Dear Parents and Caregivers,
February is Black History Month! We honor the achievements, struggles, and rich cultural heritage of African Americans, an indelible part of our nation's history.
This week! What should your kids know about consent and protective behaviors? Vanessa Kellam, Family Engagement Manager, Health Connected, presents Consent Reframed: Beyond the Affirmative “Yes” (February 9, Online).
Thursday! Kindness and courage are two strengths that help our kids flourish in school. Deborah Farmer Kris, a writer, educator, and founder of Parenthood365, offers strategies for Raising Kids Who are Kind and Brave (February 10, Online).
How should families tackle tough conversations about money? Join Lori Sackler, a nationally recognized financial advisor and bestselling author, for The M Word: The Money Talk for the Next Generation (February 16, Online).
NEW! Why is it important for schools to engage families? Karen L. Mapp, EdD, Harvard Graduate School of Education, presents Now More Than Ever: Why Family Engagement is Essential for Student and School Success (February 17, Online).
This month, we welcome Edwin Fernandez, LMFT, for a new Foro de Padres (español), El Amor y la Familia (February 15, Online), and Eran Magen, PhD, for a new Parent Forum (English) (February 18, Online). Details below!
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Warm regards,
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Charlene Margot, MA
Co-Founder & CEO
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Upcoming 2021 - 2022 Events |
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Consent Reframed: Beyond the Affirmative "Yes" |
The “consent conversation” is the new “sex talk” and just as critical. Join Vanessa Kellam from Health Connected for a meaningful conversation about consent and protective behaviors.
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
5:30pm – 6:30pm PST
Live Event (Webinar)
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Raising Kids Who Are Kind and Brave |
Can we really teach kids to be kind and brave? If so, how? Deborah Farmer Kris, an expert in character education and child development, shares her insights.
Thursday, February 10, 2022
5:30pm – 6:30pm PST
Live Event (Webinar)
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The M Word: The Money Talk for the Next Generation |
Lori Sackler, a nationally recognized author and financial advisor, offers an insider's look into what she refers to as "The M Word": The Money Talk.
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
12:00pm – 1:00pm PST
Live Event (Webinar)
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Now More Than Ever: Why Family Engagement Is Essential for Student and School Success |
Dr. Karen L. Mapp, Harvard Graduate School of Education, will discuss the powerful impact of family–school partnerships on students, parents, teachers, and schools.
Thursday, February 17, 2022
5:30pm – 6:30pm PST
Live Event (Webinar)
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Foro de Padres #17 (español) - El Amor y la Familia
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¿Qué es el amor? Le invitamos a que nos acompañe y aprendamos juntos sobre el amor en la familia, y cómo enseñarles a nuestros hijos el amor verdadero.
Martes, 15 de febrero de 2022
5:30pm – 6:30pm PST
Evento en linea (en vivo)
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Parent Forum #13 (English) |
Join Eran Magen, PhD, parent-child communication expert and founder of Parenting for Humans, for an all-new Parent Forum (English).
Friday, February 18, 2022
12:00pm – 1:00pm PST
Live Event (Webinar)
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Valedictorians at the Gate with author Becky Munsterer Sabky
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In Valedictorians at the Gate, Becky Munsterer Sabky, a former Ivy League admission director, places the power firmly where it should be: in the hands of the students themselves. A must read!
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Japanese Artist Makes Realistic Felted Cat Portraits |
A replica of a cat's eyeball made from glass, ears from tiny pieces of wool felt, and real cat's whiskers. Each part is skillfully crafted by Sachi, a Japanese artist who makes realistic 3D cat portraits.
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