Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Happy Springtime! We celebrate this season of hope and renewal with an illustration from children's author Eric Carle, β€œThe Tiny Seed," published in 1970.

Tuesday! How can you promote open communication in your family? Donald E. Grant, Jr., PsyD, presents How to Keep the Lines of Communication Open with Your Child or Teen. Special event hosted by PHCD and SMUHSD (April 26, Online).

Want to build more trust and goodwill with your children? This month's Parent Forum (English) features Eran Magen, PhD, founder of Parenting for Humans, in Building Trust and Goodwill with Your Child/Teen (English) (April 29, Online).

NEW! How does anxiety impact testing performance? Ned Johnson, bestselling author of The Self-Driven Child, speaker, and test prep expert, presents Beyond Warriors and Worriers: Reducing Anxiety Around Test-Taking (May 5, Online).

NEW! What are ways to cultivate gratitude in your home and family? Carin Winter, MSW, founder and CEO of Mission Be, offers Cultivating Gratitude (How to Bring Gratitude Practices Into Your Home) (May 6, Online).

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New recordings include How to Think, Create & Lead in Unconventional Ways; La Gratitud: Padres Agradecido; and Winning Strategies for Finding the Right School at the Right Price.

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Warm wishes,



Charlene Margot, MA
Co-Founder & CEO
"The road to parenting is bumpy, and I've learned SO much about being a more mindful and present parent. Resources like yours are so valuable!"

- Parent, San Carlos School District
Upcoming 2021 - 2022 Events
Live Events (Virtual)
How to Keep the Lines of Communication Open with Your Child or Teen
TUESDAY! How can you promote open communication in your family? Join Donald E. Grant, Jr., PsyD, mental health and child development expert. Special event sponsored by Peninsula Health Care District and SMUHSD.

Tuesday, April 26, 2022
5:30pm – 6:30pm PDT
Live Event (Webinar)
Building Trust and Goodwill with Your Child/Teen - Parent Forum #15 (English)
How can you build trust and goodwill with your child or teen? Join Eran Magen, PhD, founder of Parenting for Humans, for a new Parent Forum (English).

Friday, April 29, 2022
12:00pm – 1:00pm PDT
Live Event (Webinar)
Beyond Warriors and Worriers: Reducing Anxiety Around Test-Taking
NEW! Join Ned Johnson, bestselling author of The Self-Driven Child, speaker, and founder of PrepMatters, to learn how to reduce student anxiety in test-taking situations.

Thursday, May 5, 2022
5:30pm – 6:30pm PDT
Live Event (Webinar)
Cultivating Gratitude (How to Bring Gratitude Practices Into Your Home)
NEW! Carin Winter, MSW, founder and CEO of Mission Be, will guide parents and caregivers to cultivate mindfulness and gratitude in their lives, homes, and families.

Friday, May 6, 2022
12:00pm – 1:00pm PDT
Live Event (Webinar)
Community Event
The Rise of Suicide Attempts Among Black Youth: Are We Missing the Signs? 
Stanford University Visiting Professor, Dr. Michael Lindsey, will share recent research on Black adolescent suicidality and discuss how we can better support our youth. Free event, open to students, families, educators, and counselors!

May 4 - 6:30pm PT (In-Person or Livestream)
May 6 - 7:00am PT (Grand Rounds Livestream)
In the News
Mental Health Providers Are Busier Than Ever. Here’s How to Find One.
Finding a therapist β€” let alone one who is a good fit β€” can take time and determination, especially during the pandemic. Here are several strategies that can help you find a mental health provider.

β€” The New York Times: Mind
Just for Fun
Cats Make Model Students
If only all students were as attentive as these patient cats! Perhaps it's due to this little girl's excellent teaching style. Meow!
Featured Video
How to Think, Create & Lead in Unconventional Ways
In this video, author Sarah Stein Greenberg, executive director of the Stanford d.school, shares insights from her new book, Creative Acts for Curious People: How to Think, Create, and Lead in Unconventional Ways.
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