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Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Our hearts go out to all those affected by the devastating LA wildfires, and we stand in solidarity with families navigating this challenging time. If you can help, here's a link to Los Angeles Fire Resources.
π± Please join us for these terrific events coming up in January:
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Chris Balme, education leader, author (The Magic of Middle School), and school founder, presents On Beautiful Conversations: How to Stay Connected to Your Adolescent Child (January 23).
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Mario De Anda, Director, Scholarships, Silicon Valley Community Foundation, and Alice Kleeman, College Advisor (Retired), offer Free Money for College? Facts and Myths About Scholarships and Grants (January 28).
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Kelly Bhatnagar, PhD, FAED, international expert on eating disorders and disordered eating, joins us for Understanding Eating Disorders: What Parents/Caregivers Need to Know (January 31).
ποΈ Mark your calendars for these thought-provoking events coming up in February:
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The first Parent Forum (English) of 2025 features Eran Magen, PhD, Founder of Parenting for Humans, in How to Give Advice Your Child (Might) Listen To (February 7).
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George Anders, author, speaker, and award-winning journalist, joins us for You Can Do Anything: The Surprising Power of a βUselessβ Liberal Arts Education (February 25).
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Warm wishes,
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"Thank you SO much for sourcing and inviting these amazing speakers!!! When I get to attend I learn SO MUCH!!!"
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βMichelle R., Parent, Silicon Valley
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Upcoming 2024 - 2025 Events | |
Happy, Confident, and Strong: Tips for Helping Your Child Develop a Healthy Body Image
Andrea Bastiani Archibald, PhD, Developmental Psychologist
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
5:30pm β 6:30pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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On Beautiful Conversations: How to Stay Connected to Your Adolescent Child
Chris Balme, Education Leader, Bestselling Author, School Founder
Thursday, January 23, 2025
5:30pm β 6:30pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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Free Money for College? Facts and Myths About Scholarships and Grants
Mario De Anda, Director, Scholarships, Silicon Valley Community Foundation & Alice Kleeman, College Advisor (Retired)
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
5:30pm β 6:30pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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Understanding Eating Disorders: What Parents/Caregivers Need to Know
Kelly Bhatnagar, PhD, FAED, Clinical Psychologist, Eating Disorders Expert
Friday, January 31, 2025
12:00pm β 1:00pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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Parent Forum #37 (English) - How to Give Advice Your Children (Might) Listen To
Eran Magen, PhD, Founder, Parenting for Humans
Friday, February 7, 2025
12:00pm β 1:00pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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Favorite Parenting Books of 2024
Greater Good Science Center (UC Berkeley) picks its favorite books to help parents and their kids nurture love, connection, and resilience. Many authors featured in The Parent Venture!
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CA Alternative Pathways to High School Diploma for Students with Complex Disabilities (SEPTAR)
Join SEPTAR (Special Education PTA RWC) and RCSD to learn how your child can earn a high school diploma. All families welcome! Free admission.
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
7:00pm - 8:30pm PT
Live Virtual Event
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Why 16 is Not the Magic Age for Social Media
"We are worried that [cell phone] bans take focus away from regulating the apps and teaching young people HOW to use digital tools thoughtfully."
ο»Ώβ Devorah Heitner (LinkedIn)
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How to Navigate Life: The New Science of Finding Your Way in School, Career, and Beyond
Belle Liang, PhD, co-author of How to Navigate Life, helps students tap into their PURPOSE and find their own "true north."
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