Parent Encourgement Program Workshops
PEP has several workshops coming up that address perplexing issues of family life including winning kids’ cooperation, talking about sexuality with young children and preteens, and communicating with teens. Some workshops are nearly full, so don’t delay – sign up today and spend a winter’s evening learning some productive, positive parenting strategies.
All workshops take place at the PEP office in Kensington. Pre-registration is required: Call PEP at 301-929-8824.
Turning Around Tuned-Out Teens: Moving Beyond Shrugs, Grunts and I Dunnos (for parents of teens age 13-18) Monday Feb. 11, 7:30-9:30 pm. Learn how to connect by avoiding common triggers, finding the right time to talk, and fostering openness.
http://www.parentencouragement.org/workshop.html#ttalk
Winning Cooperation in the Family: An Open Forum Counseling Demonstration (for parents and kids age 9 and up) – Saturday, Feb. 23, 7:00-9:00 pm. What’s the secret to engaging everyone in the work of the family without yelling, nagging or bribing?
http://www.parentencouragement.org/forum.html#forum2
“Where Do Babies Come From?” and Other Questions: Becoming an Askable Parent (for parents of children age 4-12) – Mondays, Feb. 25 – March 17 (four weeks), 7:30-9:30 pm. Information and tools to help you talk with your children about your family’s values, society’s confusing messages, and how to protect themselves.
http://www.parentencouragement.org/seminars.html#bap
Backtalk: How Dare You Speak to Me That Way! (for parents of children age 5-18) – Wednesdays, March 5 and 12, 7:30-9:30 pm. Learn strategies for reducing disrespectful talk and building more positive relationships.
http://www.parentencouragement.org/seminars.html#bt
For more information, visit www.PEPparent.org
Posted: February 12th, 2008 under Parent Talks.