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" What's wrong with children today? In a word: Adults. The true measure of a man can be found on the faces of his children."
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You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.
- Dr. Seuss
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Free Parenting Classes |
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*****FREE PARENTING CLASSES*****
All classes begin PROMPTLY at 6:30 p.m. and end at 8:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Snacks & sodas will be served.
NO CHILDCARE PROVIDED. Please do not bring your children to class.
For more information or to register for a class, call 747-5577
or email familyguidance@nts-online.net.
CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED--YOU MUST REGISTER FOR EACH CLASS!
Please visit our website at www.lubbockparentconnection.org.
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April 10, 2012
(Tuesday) |
“Dino-Might Tykes” by Ginny Zobeck, Parent Educator
Anger is a normal human emotion, but children from a very young age must be taught positive ways to express their anger. Discover new tips and learning activities to help YOU manage your children’s anger and also teach your CHILD to self-regulate and make good choices. This course is designed for parents who have children 3 – 6 years old. |
April 17, 2012
(Tuesday) |
“Anger Wranglers” by Monya Castle, Program Coordinator, Family Guidance and Outreach Center
Anger is a normal human emotion felt by everyone at times. Children need to learn that there are positive ways to express their anger and handle it appropriately. This class will offer new ways to help YOU teach your children how to manage their anger. This course is designed for parents of children 7 – 9 years old.
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April 24, 2012
(Tuesday)
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“Peace Talks” by Sara Wilson, M.Ed, CPS
Anger in a family can destroy trust and lead to rebellious behaviors from preadolescents and teens. Through open discussion and honest conversations, parents can create a more peaceful family structure that builds closer family communication. We will discuss alternative options to deal with stress and behaviors that can lead to angry responses as we learn to control our own anger and model healthy skills for our children. This course is designed for parents of children 10 – 17 years old.
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May 1, 2012 |
“When in Doubt… Communicate” by Lane Powell, Ph.D., CFLE
Good communication skills can solve a world of problems and make for a better climate in the home or the workplace. Using the basic training you learn in this class, you can become a “master relater.”
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May 3, 2012
(Thursday) |
“Anger Management for Pre-Adolescents” by Sara Wilson, M.Ed, CPS
It’s tough being a preteen today! Come discuss issues that often lead to anger and inappropriate behavior and learn anger management skills and appropriate ways to deal with preteen issues. *This class is for kids ages 7 – 11 years old only. Pizza will be served.* |
May 8,
2012
(Tuesday)
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Learning How to Manage Your Child’s Allergies and Asthma” by Georgeanna Welch, RN, MSN, FNP
Allergies and asthma can be difficult to manage. Learn skills to control your child’s allergies and asthma. *A meal will be served.* |
May 10, 2012
(Thursday) |
“Anger Management for Teens” by Sara Wilson, M.Ed, CPS
Teens see the world through different eyes. Learn how to see from different perspectives as you discuss anger management skills and appropriate ways to deal with issues. *This class is for teens ages 12 – 17 years old only. Pizza will be served.* |
May 15, 2012
(Tuesday)
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“Resolving Family Conflicts” by Wilma Edwards, MSSW, LMSW
This class will teach participants to identify family conflicts and attack them in a positive pattern. A sample resolution will be taught as well as classifying the conflict according to the harm to a family and its members. |
May 22, 2012
(Tuesday) |
“Understanding and Helping Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders” by Pat Driskill, Ph.D.
We will discuss how to understand what a diagnosis of an Autistic Spectrum Disorder means and look at parenting strategies and ways to teach and help these children. |
May 29, 2012 |
NO CLASS: MEMORIAL DAY WEEK |
June 5, 2012
(Tuesday)
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“Single Parenting: Strengthening Your Parent/Child Bond” by Cindy Phelps, Ph.D., LCSW
Being a single parent is difficult. This class will give you suggestions for bringing out the best in your child while managing the responsibilities of parenting.
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June 12, 2012
(Tuesday)
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“What To Do With Those Summer Days” by Cindy Phelps, Ph.D., LCSW
How to avoid the complaints of “I’m bored” and “There’s nothing to do!” This class will provide suggestions and tips for managing your family and time this summer.
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June 19, 2012
(Tuesday)
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“Choose My Plate” by Mary Alice Roberts, B.S., Extension Assistant, Better Living for Texans
Choose My Plate will introduce the basic five food groups, portion sizes, meal planning, shopping strategies, food safety, and 10 tips for making food choices for a healthy lifestyle. Food demonstration and testing will be part of the class
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May 2, 9, 16 & 23
(Wednesdays)
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“The First Year of Your Child’s Life (0 to 12 Months)”
by Jackie Caldwell, M.S., LMSW
** Four Part Series** Learn how to cope with and enjoy your child’s first year of life.
Attend all four sessions and receive a supply of diapers! |
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FREE PARENTING CLASSES AT SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
6109 Chicago Avenue. Childcare available by reservation only. Please call 747-5577 to register.
April 11, 2012 How to Keep Your Children Safe
by Shawn Vandygriff, Investigation Program Director, Children’s Protective Services
Everything you ever wanted to know about Children’s Protective Services (CPS),
including discipline guidelines, advice about leaving children home alone,
the truth about “stranger danger,” and much more.
May 9, 2012 Blended Families/Step-Parenting
by Wilma Edwards, MSSW, LMSW
This class will focus on family rules and discipline, co-parenting, family meetings,
problem solving, visitation, and communication.
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CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED AND YOU MUST REGISTER
FOR EACH CLASS!!
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