Dear Parents,
As we settle in for some California rain, we hope you are staying safe, dry, and healthy!
On Thursday, Jan. 28, we host David Kleeman, a global expert in children's and youth media, for Kids, Media, and COVID-19: What Has Changed, What Hasn’t, What’s Next (Online). You will find his positive perspective refreshing!
What gives meaning to our children's lives? Dr. Kendall Bronk, researcher and psychology professor at Claremont Graduate University, presents Helping Your Children and Teens Discover Their Purpose in Life (February 11, Online).
We know that the pandemic has strained family relationships. Are you looking for ways to build meaningful connections with your children and teens, especially in tough moments?
Have you visited our Video Library lately? With 12,800+ views, our free YouTube channel has become a trusted resource with videos on College Admission, Mental Health, Social Justice, and more. Click here to subscribe.
Videos of recent events include Helping Your Child Build Good Habits (Parent Forum #6) and How to Be Your Child's Favorite Conversation Partner (Parent Cafe #1).
Finally, if you value our work, we hope you will consider making a gift to The Parent Venture, our registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Special thanks to everyone who contributes via our events!
Warm regards,
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Upcoming 2020 - 2021 Events |
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San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE)
Event (Virtual)
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The Art of the Possible: Raising Resilient Children and Teens |
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
5:30pm - 6:30pm PT
Live Event (Webinar)
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Kids, Media, and COVID-19: What Has Changed, What Hasn’t, What’s Next |
David Kleeman is a global expert in children’s and youth media. He will explore the impact of COVID-19 on kids media, best practices in playful learning, and the integration of child/adolescent development and research across media, technology, and games.
Thursday, January 28, 2021
5:00pm - 6:00pm PT
Live Event (Webinar)
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The National Urban Alliance for Effective Education (NUA) believes that all public school children can achieve the high intellectual performances demanded by our ever-changing global community.
Thursday, February 4, 2021
12:00pm - 1:00pm PT
Live Event (Webinar)
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Helping Your Children and Teens Discover Their Purpose in Life |
What is purpose? Why does it matter? And, how can we — as parents — help our children and teens discover their purpose in life? Kendall Cotton Bronk, PhD, is a professor of psychology at Claremont Graduate University.
Thursday, February 11, 2021
5:30pm - 6:30pm PT
Live Event (Webinar)
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Digital Balance and Well-Being:
A Conversation with Silicon Valley Digital Media Experts
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The well-being of our youth has taken on new urgency during COVID-era schooling. Join us for a panel discussion on Digital Well-Being and Balance with digital media experts including Common Sense Media.
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
5:30pm - 6:30pm PT
Live Event (Webinar)
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Community Resources (Virtual) |
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Creating a Positive Digital Tattoo - My Digital TAT2 |
Your online persona speaks volumes about who you are and what you care about. It directly influences how others see and perceive you. Maintaining a positive social media presence takes work! |
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Keys: for Parenting Coming Soon! |
Keys: for Parenting puts the experience of its founders — two educators with 60+ years of experience — at your fingertips! (literally, it's a keyboard)
Field tested by teens and approved by parents, KEYS gives you the ability to connect with your kids through texting.
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Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman Recites "The Hill We Climb" |
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Stars and Stripes Forever, Arranged for Marimba |
This is brilliant! American composer John Philip Sousa - "The March King" - arranged and performed by the Atkinson family. |
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Children’s Screen Time Has Soared in the Pandemic, Alarming Parents and Researchers
“There will be a period of epic withdrawal,” warned one addiction specialist, once schools and activities return to normal.
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Nearly a year into the coronavirus pandemic, parents across the country — and the world — are watching their children slide down a slippery path into an all-consuming digital life. The situation is alarming parents, and scientists too.

— The New York Times: At Home
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Amid Surges, Teachers and School Staff Line Up For Their Vaccines |
"I would take it in a box, I would take it with a fox. I would take it in a house, I would take it with a mouse. Vaccinate me here or there, vaccinate me anywhere."
— KQED: Mind/Shift (Anya Kamenetz)
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Helping Your Child Build Good Habits - Parent Forum #6 (English) |
How can you help your children and teens build good habits? Join Eran Magen, PhD, CEO of Circles of Support and founder of Parenting for Humans, for a new Parent Forum.
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