May 6: School Avoidance for Parents and Families of Middle and High School Students
- In this workshop, caregivers will learn about the signs and factors related to school avoidance. Particular attention is paid to principles relating to treatment and responding to school avoidant children at the secondary level.
May 8: Supporting Students with Stress and Excessive Worry for Parents and Caregivers
- This workshop introduces parents and caregivers to effective strategies for providing children with the structure and support needed to reduce stress, enhance access to executive functioning skills and improve academic achievement. Participants will gain an understanding of how mental health impacts learning and leave with actionable steps to enhance their child's school performance.
May 21: School Avoidance for Parents and Families of Elementary Students
- In this workshop, caregivers will learn about the signs and factors related to school avoidance. Particular attention is paid to principles relating to treatment and responding to school avoidant children at the elementary level.
May 29: Social Media: Strengthening Caregiver Connection with Middle and High Schoolers
- This workshop focuses on the increasing trend of adolescents using social media. Attendees will gain insights into how children fulfill their needs online and explore strategies to guide them towards fulfilling those needs offline. By enhancing caregiver-child connections, participants will foster a desire in their children to reduce online time and engage more in offline activities.
June 3: The Power of Play for Preschool and Elementary Parents and Caregivers
- When parents and caregivers play with their children, it allows them to relive the joys of their childhood. Caregivers who play with their children naturally become more attentive to their child's nonverbal behavior and develop a better understanding of a child's sense of humor, creativity and personality. Engaging in play improves communication skills between caregivers and children and promotes bonding. Beyond the fun and games, play is essential to your child's health and development. Play helps build important social-emotional, cognitive, language and self-regulation skills. When you play with your child, you also help create the safe, stable and nurturing relationships they need to thrive. This workshop will teach the benefits of play as well give ideas to connect with your child through play.
June 17: Maintaining Children's Mental Health over the Summer
- Explore crucial strategies for nurturing children's mental health during the summer break. This workshop equips caregivers, educators and parents with practical tools to create a supportive environment that promotes emotional well-being and growth. Learn how to maintain routines, engage in meaningful activities and address potential challenges, ensuring a summer that prioritizes resilience and balanced mental health for children.
