Parent Education & Support

Active Parenting 4th Edition 

A video & discussion program for parents of children ages 5 to 12 

 

Next Series Begins: New dates coming soon

Location: Virtual (zoom)

Register by calling Candice Henkin 503-785-8035 ext 0 or email Candice.Henkin@orecity.k12.or.us

Here's what you'll be learning

  • Styles of parenting

    The method of choice

    How brain development affects children's behavior and decision making

  • Who owns the problem

    Using active communication

    Feelings, empathy, and problem-solving

  • Effective non-violent discipline

    "I" messages

    Logical consequences

  • The think-feel-do cycle

    The power of encouragement

  • Why children misbehave

    Eliminating power struggles

    Handling anger

    Problem-solving with FLAC

  • 7 smart things for school success

    Family talks

    How to start now to prevent future use of substances

Active Parenting the First 5 years

Building a strong foundation for children from Birth to Age 5

Next Series Begins: November 29, 2022
Tuesdays 9:30am-11:30am
11/29, 12/6, 12/13, 12/20
Location: Jennings Campus 
18521 SE River Rd, Milwaukie OR 97267

Register by calling Candice Henkin 503-785-8035 or email Candice.Henkin@orecity.k12.or.us

Here's what you'll be learning

  • Styles of parenting

    Ages and stages of development

    Building a bond with your child

    The method of choice

  • Your child's beautiful brain

    Using nonviolent discipline

    The "A-C-T" of parenting

  • The power of encouragement

    Choices & consequences

    Caring for the caregiver

  • 6 smart things parents can do to help young children get ready for school

Sample Videos From Active Parenting the First 5 Years