(MANDATORY Session for New Parents in Private, Public & Charter School Options) Your are your child's first teacher and studies show that children with involved parents are more likely to enjoy school, graduate, have better social skills and more opportunities in life. This session is designed t assist parents in equipping themselves with all the […]
(MANDATORY Session for New Parents in Homeschooling Options) Rooted & Resilient: Designing a Homeschool Year That Works for Your Family No matter your homeschooling style - classical, eclectic, unschooling, or somewhere in between, this session is packed with real-life tools and local resources to help you create a year that works for your unique family. Veteran […]
(Middle School Age Scholars) Are you a 5th grader who is entering middle school this fall and you're nervous and unsure what to expect? Are you a 7th/8th grader who dreads having to face another one to two years of middle school? Learn how to manage the classroom, homework, relationally aggressive people (a.k.a Bullies), and […]
(Must attend all Sessions in a Track) (High School Student Track) The Student Empowerment Track helps high school students build essential skills for success, including goal setting, financial literacy, good habits, communication, professionalism, and mental health. Students will gain tools to confidently pursue their dreams and make positive choices for their future.
(High School Age Scholars) High schoolers, sharpen your thinking skills in this interactive session! You'll learn how to observe situations critically, analyze information with logic, and compute solutions with confidence. This session is perfect for building academic skills, boosting problem-solving abilities, and preparing for real-world decision-making. Come ready to think, question, and solve!
(Parent Session) Self-care for adults is important, perhaps urgent, and incredibly valuable. This session is designed to provide opportunities to gain a morale boost, give you some reassurance that what you do matters, and to have some fun. We will engage in research-based practices for personal and professional development. Join Lori Bitar, to build your […]
Are you ready to uncover the biggest challenges in learning to read? In our upcoming lunch and learn session, Reading Rockets: Launching Literacy Skills at Home, you'll discover the five essential elements of reading instruction that lay the groundwork for successful literacy development! What to Expect: Engaging Discussions: Dive into meaningful conversations about reading challenges. […]
(Must attend all Sessions in a Track) (Session for MEN ONLY) The Nurturing Fathers Program is an evidence - based, course designed to teach parenting and nurturing skills to men. Each session provides effective skills for healthy family relationships and child development. The program brings men together from all backgrounds to learn the importance of […]
(Must attend all Sessions in a Track) (High School Student Track) The Student Empowerment Track helps high school students build essential skills for success, including goal setting, financial literacy, good habits, communication, professionalism, and mental health. Students will gain tools to confidently pursue their dreams and make positive choices for their future.
Explore how children grow across physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains. Key Milestones - Recognize and support major developmental stages from birth to age 8. Brain Basics - Learn how early experiences shape brain development. Learning Styles - Tailor support to fit your child's unique way of learning.
Schools in this county will be joining the Parents Challenge program this coming fall. Be sure to check back then.