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DEPARTMENT of FAMILY SERVICES |
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August 2024
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Why Take a Parenting Class?
Is it possible to be a perfect parent? Of course not. Even if you think you have it all figured out with one child, the next one may be completely different. Were there things your own parents did that you swore you’d never do? Did you have a good role model to teach you how to be a parent? The free Parenting Education classes offered by the Department of Family Services will help you understand what to expect at all ages from birth through the teen years. Find out more about this incredible free resource!
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Parenting Education Programs – Enrolling for Fall Classes! |
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 The Parenting Education Programs is enrolling for virtual and in-person classes for the fall. Check online for the full schedule which includes classes in English and Spanish for parents of children at all ages and stages of development including adolescence. Please click here to submit a family enrollment form, or email us for more information.
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Parenting Tips and Resources |
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There are no perfect parents or perfect children, so developing patience and persistence can make all the difference in forming a healthy relationship with your kids.
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Reading Pick of the Month
The Parenting Education Programs recommends How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber. This beloved bestselling book offers timeless tips on how to effectively communicate with your child, solve common problems, and build respectful relationships. Available in several formats.
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