Growth & Development Classes

Pre-registration is required for ALL sessions. Please go to http://www2.mpsaz.org/parentu/registration/ to register online

CLASS FULL!!!
#20 How to be the Parent You
Always Wanted to Be
with Corinne DeRosa, LCSW

Thurs., Jan. 28, Feb. 4 and 11, 2010
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Wilson Elementary Media Center
5619 E. Glade Ave., Mesa 85206

Based on the work of the popular Faber and Mazlish, you will learn the skills to deal with your children's strong emotions, engage their cooperation, set firm limits while maintaining goodwill and resolve family conflict.

#21 Parenting in Tough Economic Times
with Corinne DeRosa, LCSW

Thurs., Feb. 25, 2010
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Madison Elementary Media Center
849 S. Sunnyvale, Mesa 85206

Learn from a school counselor some techniques which help your family through these challenging times. You will learn coping skills for yourselves and your family, how to communicate with your children about financial stresses, stress management tips and ways in which your family will become stronger and more resilient.

 #22 How to Communicate With Your Teen Using the 5 Love Languages of Gary Chapman
with Patty Peplow

Thurs., Apr. 8, 15, 22, 29 and
May 6, 2010
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Stapley Jr. High Media Center
3205 E. Hermosa Vista Dr.,
Mesa 85213

He just said, "whatever". But he still wants to hear "I love you." Believe it or not, it's possible to make teenagers feel loved without embarrassing them in front of their friends. There's never been a more important time to tell them you love them, and no tool will be as effective as their love languages. Come discover your love language along with your teens and how you can communicate in a more effective way.

#23 Teen Survival 101
with Tammy Clow-Kennedy

Mon., Feb. 22, Mar. 1
and 8, 2010
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Hendrix Jr. High
1550 W. Summit Pl,
Chandler 85224

Week 1: Are you winning? Ever wonder what is really going on in your child's head? They'll play with broken bones for their coach but won't take out the garbage for you! They can memorize a playbook but yet get a D in English. It's all about the brain and the usage of time when it comes to teens. Join us to gain new tools for your box.
Week 2: Building Protective Factors. What do you do with words that hurt, actions that bruise and memories that take away innocence. For every risk the world throws at your child, there is a protective factor to help block that dodge ball.
Week 3: Do You Hear What I Hear? What language am I speaking here? Begin the creation of your own Teen-Grown Up translation dictionary so you can communicate while traveling in the foreign land of Adolescentville.

Back to Early Childhood & Parent Ed. Site.