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Parenting Classes & Education

A proud service of the Caring Connections Counseling Center
Veronica Ephraim, MS, Counselor Caring Connections Counseling Center
Office - (858) 668-4084  
FAX - (858) 679-2729
13626 Twin Peaks Rd, Bldg #300, Poway, CA 92064
 
Caring Connections Counseling Center and Poway Adult School are collaborating and enhancing our Parent Education services to our community.  We have a new payment method through Poway Adult School. Pay for your class(es) online through Poway Adult School using Visa, Mastercard, or American Express. Register today at Poway Adult School.   

Parent Education Classes

TK-5th Grade Parent Education &  6th-12th Parent Education
Only as parents do we expect that love will be enough.  Often it just isn’t. Parents also need skills!  Sign up for our fun, highly acclaimed parent workshops.  No boring lectures, not just theory, but fun, interactive learning. Get results you can see immediately!  Parenting is the hardest job we do, with little to no training!  Your kids are worth it! Feeling frustrated as a parent? Do you long for a better relationship with your teen?  We can help! Enjoy an evening out refreshing your skills and improving your communication in your family! Isn’t it worth your time? Of course it is! Sign up online today!

Scholarships available upon request, please contact the Caring Connections Counseling Center at (858) 668-4084 or email at [email protected] or questions concerning registration [email protected].


Gender Identity and Expression Part I: They Are Who They Are

All Grades
 
Supporting a child is a multidimensional task and can be overwhelming. Join Angelle Maua on exploring ways in which you can support your child.  Learn how to:
•    Discuss the use of pronouns. 
•    Advocate for gender equity for your child.
•    Know more about your student's rights and how to be a good ally. 
•    Understand the nuances of navigating support and difficult conversations, not only with your child but with family and friends.

Enroll online TODAY at Poway Adult School

Date:  Saturday 9/16/2023 from 9:00am to 11:00am
Location: In-Person at Poway Adult School
Class code: 12464/Angelle Maua
Tuition: $29/Individual or $35/Couple

For couple enrollment, please contact Poway Adult School (858) 668-4024.

ENROLL IN THIS CLASS

Gender Identity and Expression Part II: They Are Who They Are

All Grades
 
Join Angelle Maua to continue the discussions from the Gender Identity and Expression Part I workshop.
Learn how to: 
•    Become a more conscious supporter of a gender-expansive or questioning child. 
•    Look beyond the binary and unpack years of cultural beliefs, traditional roles, and expectations.
•    Improve the odds for your child to embrace the complexity of their journey.
•    Nurture and enjoy the journey with your child. 
This class is all-inclusive for adults of children who have identified as LGBTQIA+.

Enroll online TODAY at Poway Adult School

Date:  Saturday 11/4/2023 from 9:00am to 11:00am
Location: In-Person at Poway Adult School
Class code: 12465/Angelle Maua
Tuition: $29/Individual or $35/Couple

For couple enrollment, please contact Poway Adult School (858) 668-4024.

ENROLL IN THIS CLASS
 

Talking and Listening to Your Kids 

TK - 5th Grade Parent Education

"What? I didn't hear what you said!" Do you ever feel like your kids are not listening to you? You are not alone! Come to this engaging workshop where you will learn new ways to be the parent your kids want to talk to and yes even listen to. We will practice and expand our abilities to respond to them which will increase their ability to listen to us. It is an amazing process as both parents and children grow in mutual respect for a more harmonious family.
 
Enroll online TODAY at Poway Adult School

Date:  Tuesday, 9/26/2023 from 6:00pm to 7:45pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Class code:    12449/Laurie Wong
Tuition: $29/Individual or $35/Couple

For couple enrollment, please contact Poway Adult School (858) 668-4024.

ENROLL IN THIS CLASS

Talking and Listening to Your Kids 

6th – 12th Grade Parent Education

"What? I didn't hear what you said!" Do you ever feel like your kids are not listening to you? You are not alone! Come to this engaging workshop where you will learn new ways to be the parent your kids want to talk to and yes even listen to. We will practice and expand our abilities to respond to them which will increase their ability to listen to us. It is an amazing process as both parents and children grow in mutual respect for a more harmonious family.
 
Enroll online TODAY at Poway Adult School

Date:  Tuesday 10/3/2023 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Location: Abraxas High School
Class code:    12450/Laurie Wong
Tuition: $29/Individual or $35/Couple

For couple enrollment, please contact Poway Adult School (858) 668-4024.

ENROLL IN THIS CLASS

Early Childhood Development: Introduction to Shaping the Mindset, Skillset, and Behaviors – NEW

TK-3rd Grade Parent Education

Discover the essential foundations of early childhood development. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the three key skills that every parent should prioritize. Delve into each skill as we unveil their significance, the optimal development period, and the indispensable role of nurturing their growth. Empower yourself with invaluable knowledge for your child's future.  Recommend taking this course before the class Early Childhood Development: Language is a Cognitive Super Power. 
 
Enroll online TODAY at Poway Adult School

Date: Tuesday,10/3/2023 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: In-Person at Abraxas High School
Class code: 12467 / Dr. Ravi Rajaratnam
Tuition: $29.00/individual or $35.00/couple

For couple enrollment, please contact Poway Adult School (858) 668-4024.

ENROLL IN THIS CLASS 

Help Your Children Manage Stress and Anxiety

TK - 5th Grade Parent Education

Our children have experienced a great deal of change and uncertainty over the past few years. You may have noticed that they have felt overwhelmed or exhibited symptoms of anxiety. The good news is that there is a solution! We can teach our kids concrete tools to reduce anxiety and manage stress by strengthening their emotional intelligence (EQ). Research has shown that children with high emotional intelligence do better in school and get along well with others. 

Enroll online TODAY at Poway Adult School

Date: Wednesday, 10/4/2023 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Class code: 12447 / Amy Sage
Tuition: $29.00/Individual or $35.00/Couple

For couple enrollment, please contact Poway Adult School (858) 668-4024.

ENROLL IN THIS CLASS

Using Your Strengths to Navigate Life’s Storms – NEW

All Grades Parent Education

Balancing parenting, work, and other life responsibilities is no easy feat. When life adds change to the mix, it can be difficult to find our bearings unless we have tools and a map to guide us through. Come join us to discover the personal strengths and values you can use as anchors in those times, and how to chart the course ahead. You will learn about the Kubler-Ross change process, (re)discover your unique strengths and values, discuss applications of these in times of change and stress, and create a personal plan to overcome challenges as they arise.

 
Enroll online TODAY at Poway Adult School

Date: Monday, 10/9/2023 from 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: In-Person at Poway Adult School
Class code: 12468 / Laurie Magulac
Tuition: $29.00/individual or $35.00/couple

For couple enrollment, please contact Poway Adult School (858) 668-4024.

ENROLL IN THIS CLASS



Help Your Teen Manage Stress and Anxiety – NEW

6th-12th Grade Parent Education 
 
Being a teen in today's day and age brings with it a whole new set of challenges. You may have noticed that they have felt overwhelmed or exhibited symptoms of anxiety. The good news is that there is a solution! We can teach our kids concrete tools to reduce anxiety, manage stress, and learn how to effectively problem solve by building their emotional intelligence (EQ). Research has shown that children with high emotional intelligence do better in school and get along well with others. 
 
Enroll online TODAY at Poway Adult School
 
Date: Thursday, 10/12/2023 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: In-Person at Abraxas High School
Class code: 12445 / Amy Sage
Tuition: $29.00/individual or $35.00/couple
 
For couple enrollment, please contact Poway Adult School (858) 668-4024.
 

 

Developing an Effective Individualized Education Plan: Prevent Parent Burnout 

 All Grades Parent Education
 
An Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is a team effort, and you are a key member of that team! 
Spend time with author Laurie Magulac and other parents to discover:
•    The timeline and components of the IEP process.
•    Effective ways to ask questions, request changes, and resolve conflicts that may arise.
•    Simple strategies to reduce stress and increase well-being as caregiving parents.
Raising a child with disabilities can feel overwhelming at times, but you are truly not alone.
 
Enroll online TODAY at Poway Adult School
 
Date: Monday, 10/16/2023 from 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: In-Person at Poway Adult School
Class code:12469 / Laurie Magulac
Tuition: $29.00/individual or $35.00/couple
 
For couple enrollment, please contact Poway Adult School (858) 668-4024.
 
 

Empowering Parents with Consequences that Work – NEW

TK-5th Grade Parent Education
 
"I can't believe you did that again!" When our kids do something wrong, many of us react on the spot with understandably strong emotions. Join our engaging workshop to discover the most effective discipline and consequences needed for kids to change their behavior. Learn why they "misbehave" and then what to do that will be a learning tool and a positive impact on their future growth for years to come. 
 
Enroll online TODAY at Poway Adult School
 
Date: Thursday, 10/19/2023 from 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Class code: 12451 / Laurie Wong
Tuition: $29.00/individual or $35.00/couple
 
For couple enrollment, please contact Poway Adult School (858) 668-4024.
 
 

Help Your Teen Manage Stress and Anxiety – NEW

6th-12th Grade Parent Education
 
Being a teen in today's day and age brings with it a whole new set of challenges. You may have noticed that they have felt overwhelmed or exhibited symptoms of anxiety. The good news is that there is a solution! We can teach our kids concrete tools to reduce anxiety, manage stress, and learn how to effectively problem solve by building their emotional intelligence (EQ). Research has shown that children with high emotional intelligence do better in school and get along well with others. 
 
Enroll online TODAY at Poway Adult School
 
Date: Thursday, 11/2/2023 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: In-Person at Abraxas High School
Class code: 12446 / Amy Sage
Tuition: $29.00/individual or $35.00/couple
 
For couple enrollment, please contact Poway Adult School (858) 668-4024.
 
 

Early Childhood Development: Language is a Cognitive Super Power - NEW

TK-3rd Grade Parent Education
 
Delve deep into the art of fostering and cultivating cognitive, language, and communication skills along with social and emotional skills of children during the crucial early years. Gain practical and easily implementable strategies to monitor your child's skill development. This is an interactive workshop with role-playing exercises. Be ready to join in.  Recommend taking the class Introduction to Early Childhood Development: Shaping the Mindset, Skillset, and Behaviors before this course.
 
Enroll online TODAY at Poway Adult School
 
Date: Saturday, 11/4/2023 from 9:30am - 11:30am
Location: In-Person at Poway Adult School
Class code:12466 / Dr. Ravi Rajaratnam
Tuition: $29.00/individual or $35.00/couple
 
For couple enrollment, please contact Poway Adult School (858) 668-4024.
 
 

Help Your Children Manage Stress and Anxiety  

TK-5th Grade Parent Education
 
Our children have experienced a great deal of change and uncertainty over the past few years. You may have noticed that they have felt overwhelmed or exhibited symptoms of anxiety. The good news is that there is a solution! We can teach our kids concrete tools to reduce anxiety and manage stress by strengthening their emotional intelligence (EQ). Research has shown that children with high emotional intelligence do better in school and get along well with others. 
 
Enroll online TODAY at Poway Adult School
 
Date: Wednesday, 11/8/2023 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: In-Person at Abraxas High School Room 23
Class code: 12552 / Amy Sage
Tuition: $29.00/individual or $35.00/couple
 
For couple enrollment, please contact Poway Adult School (858) 668-4024.
 
 
 

FOR COUPLE REGISTRATION PLEASE CONTACT
POWAY ADULT SCHOOL 
(858) 668-4024