Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Spring has sprung! This month, we observe celebrations of renewal, as the word "April" literally comes from the Latin verb "Aperire," which means "to open."
Tuesday! Eating disorders in kids have soared during the pandemic. Join Avery Carter Walker, PsyD, eating disorders expert, Stanford Children's Health, for What Should Parents Know? Eating Disorders Rising in Children and Teens (April 5, Online).
Thursday! Looking for the right college at an affordable cost? Lynn O'Shaughnessy, higher-ed journalist and founder of The College Solution, presents Winning Strategies for Finding the Right School at the Right Price (April 7, Online).
NEW! How can we help our kids to think, create, and lead in innovative ways? Sarah Stein Greenberg, executive director of the Stanford d.school, will discuss her new book, Creative Acts for Curious People (April 14, Online).
NEW! What are ways to talk with kids about race/ethnicity, culture, and inclusion? Join Donald E. Grant, Jr., PsyD, for an open conversation on Seeing Race: Talking with Your Kids About Ethnicity, Culture, and Inclusion (April 21, Online).
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New recordings include Parenting in the Digital Age; Helping Kids (and Families) Cope in Uncertain Times; and Moving from Power and Control to Collaboration and Problem Solving.
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Happy springtime!
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Charlene Margot, MA
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"As a Silicon Valley parent, I want to thank you for offering topics that are always so timely in supporting the well-being of our community."
- Sarah K., Parent
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Upcoming 2021 - 2022 Events |
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What Should Parents Know? Eating Disorders Rising in Children and Teens |
Experts are concerned about a dramatic rise in eating disorders among children and teens. Join Avery Carter Walker, PsyD, eating disorders expert, Stanford Children's Health, to learn more.
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
5:30pm – 6:30pm PDT
Live Event (Webinar)
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Winning Strategies for Finding the Right School at the Right Price |
NEW! Lynn O'Shaughnessy is a college expert, higher-education journalist, speaker, and educator. She helps families take the stress out of affording a college education, whether public or private.
Thursday, April 7, 2022
5:30pm – 6:45pm PDT
Live Event (Webinar)
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Creative Acts for Curious People with Sarah Stein Greenberg |
NEW! How can we help our kids -- and ourselves! -- bring creative approaches to any challenges we encounter? Join Sarah Stein Greenberg, executive director of the Stanford d.school.
Thursday, April 14, 2022
5:30pm – 6:30pm PDT
Live Event (Webinar)
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Seeing Race: Talking with Your Kids About Ethnicity, Culture, and Inclusion |
NEW! How can you talk with your kids about race, culture, and inclusion? Join Donald E. Grant, Jr., PsyD, for a open, informative and engaging conversation.
Thursday, April 21, 2022
5:30pm – 6:30pm PDT
Live Event (Webinar)
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Congratulations, Nancy Magee, San Mateo County Superintendent of Schools! |
We honor Nancy Magee, San Mateo County Superintendent of Schools, named Superintendent of the Year by the Association of California School Administrators. Here is Supt. Magee's short video for our support of parents/caregivers, staff, and educators. Thank you!
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‘A cry for help’: CDC warns of a steep decline in teen mental health |
The CDC is warning of an accelerating mental health crisis among adolescents, with more than 4 in 10 teens reporting that they feel “persistently sad or hopeless,” and 1 in 5 saying they have contemplated suicide.
— The Washington Post: Education
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Parenting in the Digital Age |
How can parents set healthy boundaries for kids' use of technology? Common Sense Media and Kaiser Permanente suggest ways to talk with your kids about the benefits and challenges of technology.
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