Home >> Classes |
 |
 Did You Know?
|
|
" 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."
- Mennie Lou Tyus |
|
Quotes |
|
To be able under all circumstances to practice five things constitutes perfect virtue; these five things are gravity, generosity of soul, sincerity, earnestness and kindness.
- Confucius
|
|
 |
Free Parenting Classes |
 |
All classes except the K.I.D.S. classes begin PROMPTLY at 6:30 p.m. and end at 8:30 p.m.
NO CHILDCARE PROVIDED. |
Dates |
Class |
September 9, 2008 |
“Parenting Tips for Back to School”
by Pat Driskill, Ph.D.
Focusing on getting you and your kids back into the routine of school and what families can do to encourage school success, this class offers strategies for the typical challenges each school year brings. |
September 16, 2008 |
“Character Counts Part I: The Need for Character”
by Nat Cooper, Ph.D.
Learn practical ways to approach the ethical dilemmas of raising a child in our modern society. |
September 23, 2008 |
“Character Counts Part II: What Character Does for Your Child”
by Nat Cooper, Ph.D.
Learn how to build character at home and hear suggestions about what the home actively can do for the ethical enhancement of family life.
|
September 30, 2008 |
“Character Counts Part III: Establishing Effective Limits”
by Nat Cooper, Ph.D.
Learn how to establish positive ground rules, create respect, and set up ethical discipline and behavior. Topics of discussion will include power struggles, problem-solving skills, and establishing boundaries. |
October 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2008 |
“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. |
October 14, 2008 |
“I Love This Kid, But He is Driving Me Nuts: Part I”
by Jim Gamble, Ed.D.
Understand the complexities of living with and dealing with children and adults with ADHD
(Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). |
October 21, 2008 |
“I Love This Kid, But He is Driving Me Nuts: Part II”
by Jim Gamble, Ed.D.
Find out about ADHD support and a survival guide for parents dealing with ADHD. |
October 28, 2008 |
“Understanding Your Anxious Child”
by Cindy Phelps, Ph.D., LCSW
Anxiety is often painful for both the person experiencing it and for his or her family. Learn how anxiety affects the brain and about strategies to reduce the negative impact of anxiety on your child. |
November 11, 2008 |
“Rebuilding After Divorce”
by Cindy Phelps, Ph.D., LCSW
Adjusting to divorce can be difficult. Learn how to cope with the adjustments through which you and your children may be going, and look forward to your future.
|
November 18, 2008 |
“Why Won’t My Stepchildren Listen to Me?”
by Cindy Phelps, Ph.D., LCSW
Discipline is often a sticky subject in stepfamilies. Bring your spouse, and learn strategies to strengthen your stepfamily and deal more effectively with discipline issues. |
| |
|
August 5, 2008
September 2, 2008
October 7, 2008 November 4, 2008
December 2, 2008 |
K.I.D.S. Court-Ordered Class for Divorce and Custody Issues
Offered First Tuesday of Every Month
$30.00 Per Person
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
|
|
| |
|
Three-Part Series: |
“Get Smart: Proactive Parenting in a Drug-Filled World” |
September 15, 2008 |
“Week One: Get Savvy”
by Carolyn Lackey and Lisa Land
Learn about the different types of drugs, which drugs are prevalent in Lubbock, why a child would choose to take drugs, and the cycle of pain involved with drug use. |
September 22, 2008 |
“Week Two: Lower the Odds”
by Carolyn Lackey and Lisa Land
Learn the importance of setting boundaries for teens, how to make consequences for misbehavior more effective, and how to tell teens the facts about the effects of drug use. |
September 29, 2008 |
“Week Three: Take Charge”
by Carolyn Lackey and Lisa Land
Learn how to spot the indicators of drug use through a discussion of warning signs and hiding places. See drug paraphernalia firsthand during a “show-and-tell.” |
For more
information or to register for a class call 747-5577
CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED AND YOU MUST REGISTER
FOR EACH CLASS!!
|
|
