Dear Parents and Caregivers,
October 10th is World Mental Health Day! To reduce stigma worldwide, this year's theme is "Mental health care for all: let’s make it a reality." We join WHO's effort in support of the mental health of our kids. #MentalHealthDay
Concerned about substance use at school? Eduardo Torres, Prevention Solutions (Hazeldon Betty Ford Foundation), presents Supporting Your Child’s Healthy Decisions in the Transition Back to School (October 12, Online).
Are your kids safe online? Join Pamela Estes, San Mateo Human Trafficking Program Coordinator, for a conversation about digital safety, Are My Kids Safe? What Parents Should Know About the Online Environment (October 14, Online).
NEW! In their new book, When You Wonder, You're Learning: Mr. Rogers' Enduring Lessons for Kids, authors Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski examine the science behind Fred Rogers' essential "tools for learning" (October 19, Online).
NEW! How can we create safe, respectful, and inclusive communities? Join Samantha Brown, M.Ed., Director of Education, Anti-Defamation League (ADL), for Fighting Hate for Good: An Anti-Bias Community Training (October 20, Online).
The Parent Venture, a nonprofit organization, is holding its first-ever fundraiser on Friday, November 5 (Online). Featured national presenters include Dr. Madeline Levine, Dr. Donald Grant, and Dr. Bill Stixrud. Free tickets available!
Our free Video Library now has over 26,000 views! New videos include #ReachOut: Community Resources for Mental Health and The Stolen Year: How Covid Changed Children's Lives, and Where We Go Now.
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Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day!
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Charlene Margot, MA
Co-Founder and CEO
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Upcoming 2021 - 2022 Events |
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Supporting Your Child’s Healthy Decisions in the Transition Back to School |
Eduardo Torres, Senior Prevention Specialist at Prevention Solutions, will discuss current trends in the three substances most abused by teens: alcohol, nicotine, and marijuana.
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
5:30pm – 6:30pm PDT
Live Event (Webinar)
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Community Resiliency Model (CRM)® Training: Part 2 |
The Community Resiliency Model (CRM)® is a free, two-part mental health and resiliency training for parents, guardians, and community members.
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
5:00pm – 6:30pm PDT
Live Event (Meeting)
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Are My Kids Safe? What Parents Should Know About the Online Environment |
How do you know if your kids are safe online? Join Pamela Estes, San Mateo Human Trafficking Program Coordinator, for an important discussion on digital safety and online predators.
Thursday, October 14, 2021
5:30pm – 6:30pm PDT
Live Event (Webinar)
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When You Wonder, You're Learning: Mister Rogers' Enduring Lessons for Kids |
NEW! In their new book, Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski reveal Fred Rogers' “tools for learning”: skills that scientists and educators now consider essential (curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and more).
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
5:00pm – 6:00pm PDT
Live Event (Webinar)
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Fighting Hate for Good: A Community Anti-Bias Training |
NEW! How can we create respectful, inclusive, and safe communities? Join Samantha Brown, Director of Education, Anti-Defamation League (ADL), for an anti-bias community training.
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
5:30pm – 6:30pm PDT
Live Event (Webinar)
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Live Special Event (Virtual) |
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What Gives You Hope? How to Parent with Confidence and Optimism in an Uncertain World |
JOIN US! The Parent Venture announces its inaugural fundraising event with three national thought leaders:
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Madeline Levine, PhD - Author, Educator, Psychologist
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Donald Grant, Jr., PhD - Author, Educator, Inclusion Expert
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William Stixrud, PhD - Author, Clinical Neuropsychologist
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Friday, November 5, 2021
12:00pm – 1:00pm PDT
Live Event (Webinar)
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How Parents Can Support Kids' Mental Health During COVID-19 |
"COVID has reminded us all of the importance of things we take for granted. Like being able to see the smile under someone’s mask. Giving your sibling, parent, or grandparent a hug. Being able to go hang out with your friends."
— UNICEF USA
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Gorilla Flashdance in Pool |
"She's a maniac, maniac on the floor. And she's dancing like she's never danced before..." We should all be inspired to let loose every once and a while. Enjoy!
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