This is a Virtual seminar. After registration is complete, you will receive an online link to the Virtual Seminar. This video link will be available to view at your own time till June 1st. This class will focus on parent's role in supporting their child's emotional growth and intelligence. Using research from Gottman Institute, "Emotion Coaching: The Heart of Parenting", we will summarize the five-step method that builds emotional intelligence and creates positive, long-lasting effects for children from toddlers to teens. This is an abbreviated or review class of the popular five-week Emotion Coaching virtual class. Presenter: Karen Linscott: Parent Educator for EP School District

This is a Virtual seminar. After registration is complete, you will receive an online link to the Virtual Seminar. This video link will be available to view at your own time till June 1st. What's the big deal about going outside? Learn the benefits of nature experiences for young children from emotional wellness to fostering creativity, this class will discuss benefits and share resources around our area to get outside and explore as a family. Presenter: Max Melby Outdoor Center Supervisor Lead Naturalist for the City of EP

This is a Virtual seminar. After registration is complete, you will receive an online link to the Virtual Seminar. This video link will be available to view at your own time till June 1st. This class talks about the developmental responses youth may have to stress. We will discuss five mental health tips for families and resources in the community. Presenter: Renee Labat, youth Program Coordinator at NAMI Minnesota.

This is a Virtual seminar. After registration is complete, you will receive an online link to the Virtual Seminar.This video link will be available to view at your own time till June 1st. Screens are a big part of even our littlest kids' loves. This session will help parents and caregivers create a family screen time approach that balances real life with he latest research on the influence of screens on young children's development. This session will be a guilt free zone. Practical strategies will be shared to help you confidently navigate this important aspect of raising children. Presenter: Lisa Weir M.Ed. and host of the Mom Psych Podcast

This session is a discussion-based class that helps parents and caregivers identify values and messages they would like to share with their children, learn typical stages of sexual development for children and adolescents, and discuss effective communication skills to aid them in talking with their children about various sexuality topics. Our approach aims to build confidence so parents can communicate their values (whatever those may be!) and feel comfortable having conversations with their kiddos. Presenter: Caroline Hickey from myHealth, Community Engagement Coordinator.

This is a Virtual seminar. After registration is complete, you will receive an online link to the Virtual Seminar. This video link will be available to view at your own time till June 1st. Tantrums, refusals, and meltdowns are all expected behaviors for young children as they are learning to solve problems and interact with others. This parent seminar will focus on common reasons why young children have challenging behaviors, how we can prevent them, and how we can respond when they happen. Presenter: Sara Pokladnik, School Psychologist for EP School District.

This is a Virtual seminar. After registration is complete, you will receive an online link to the Virtual Seminar. This video link will be available to view at your own time till June 1st. In this class, we will discuss ideas about values around parenting styles, household tasks, childcare decisions, discipline strategies so everyone feels supported and on the same page on this parenting journey. Presenter: Erin Hocking, Family and Child Therapist with Washburn Center for Children.

This is a Virtual seminar. After registration is complete, you will receive an online link to the Virtual Seminar. This video link will be available to view at your own time till June 1st. In this seminar we will discuss healthy sleep routines and patterns. Gain knowledge and support for resolving sleep issues in young children. Presenter: Dr. Ben Ripa, White Children's Hospital Sleep Clinic

In this five-week online class, we will discuss ways to be a more mindful parent by learning how to respond rather than react in stressful parenting situations. Mindful parenting means that you bring your conscious attention to what’s happening instead of getting seized by your emotions. Managing our own emotions and behaviors are key to teaching our children how to manage theirs. Parenting young children can be difficult; let’s support each other and learn skills to be more mindful of our responses to our children. Zoom links will be sent via email upon registration. $27 per five-week session