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Positive Parenting seminars
Psychologist John Gray cites a need to shift from “fear-based parenting” (a punitive and oppressive approach to child rearing) to “love-based parenting” (which accepts children’s desires and negative emotions while still setting reasonable limits). With child and teen violence increasing, rampant low self-esteem, substance abuse, teen pregnancy, and attention deficit disorder, he says, “the Western free world is experiencing a crisis in parenting. Almost all parents today are questioning both the old and the new ways of parenting. Nothing seems to be working.”
He suggests “Five Messages of Positive Parenting” that will facilitate such a shift:
1. It’s okay to be different.
2. It’s okay to make mistakes.
3. It’s okay to express negative emotions.
4. It’s okay to want more.
5. It’s okay to say no, but remember mom and dad are the bosses.
Although his parenting philosophy is not necessarily revolutionary (think “positive discipline”), Gray manages to keep this parenting primer contemporary by weaving in specific challenges of new-millennium families–such as our tendency to be consumer-driven and overscheduled. “When parents learn what their children really need, they are less motivated to create money to acquire things and more motivated to create time to enjoy their family,” Gray writes. “The greatest wealth for a parent today is time.” –Gail Hudson –This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. For customized programs, keynote speeches and program support please email: pafamilycoalition@comcast.net
Skills for Raising Cooperative, Confident, and Compassionate Children, lessons from John Gray
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Discovering the Real Me
Discovering the Real Me (DRM) is a character Education curriculum for youth in grades K-12, parents, and college age adults. The Discovering the Real Me program is an age-appropriate, character-based, relationship, leadership and parent education offering specialized services, summer camps, trainers and special events speakers. The curriculum is unique in that is uses stories to teach key virtues, includes both student and teacher texts for all grades from one to twelve and focuses on three basic live goals:
DRM Teachers Training equip teachers and administrators to be effective character educators. We certify you to train your team in proven techniques. This training is ideal for teachers, administrators, youth group leaders and community builders who would like to learn strategies for effective, sustainable character education. Our professional development can enhance your effectiveness as a leader and bring your school or organization a new way to cope with behavior problems, student underachievement, and drop-out rates. We can even customize training for your unique needs.
To grow and become a person of mature character
- To make a positive contribution to society
- To build healthy relationships and a loving family
DRM Character Education training improves the lives of youth and adults who teach it and communities that embrace it. For a free consultation or for more information, please email: robert.sayre1@gmail.com
Relationship Intelligence (RQ) Training
This seminar focus on leadership education and youth development to young people who are preparing for marriage, that are pregnant , mothers and fathers. It promotes a new beginning through practice of relationship skills. RQ can be offered as a stand-alone program or as a supplement to the Cradle to Classroom programs. Small group format is conducive to relationship building. The use of healthy relationship and social skills training help further develop their character, maturity and vocational awareness. The Relationship Intelligence curriculum uses an interactive approach including a self-inventory exercises and student journal questions for personal reflection. It calls upon the power of stories by drawing on selections of past and present authors including E. B. White, Tolstoy, O Henry, and Stephen Covey, contemporary song writers and heartrending confessions in letters to Ann Landers engaging programs to keep our youth engaged. For more information. For more information, please see: www.lovesmarts.org
Free Teens Leadership Program
Free Teens Leadership Training empowers young people to value their lives and to live their values through its award-winning Relationship Intelligence education, which has been used in 38 states and many countries around the world. The Free Teens program is designed to empower and support the creation of a positive youth culture that honors self-reliance, respectful relations between the sexes, marriage and families. We work with the Free Teens USA www.freeteensusa.org organization to provide these services.
Stage One: Free Teens Leadership Training Presentations & Workbook Activities
Stage Two: After-school Free Teens Clubs
Stage Three: Parent Training in “Abstinence Works”
Stage Four: Free Teens Media Institute and CultureMachine Activities
For more information, email: katya@pafamilies.org
Free Teens 4 Stages Program Summary
Free Teens USA - Free Teens Youth.com
Free Teens USA
CULTUREMACHINE.COM
Culture Shock
www.myspace.com/freeteensusa
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/georgia/
School Assemblies / School and After-schools programs / Summer Camps / Clubs
The Power of Focus
We work to keep our students in school. PTOs visit students homes who have 3 to 7 unexcused absences to educate their parents about the importance of their children attending school every day. This program seeks to inspire and teach students to stay focused. The program focuses on helping students make good decisions for their lives… Individuals have free will to pursue their course of action, however the persons right or wrong actions rebound to the doer in like kind. Good actions rewards and accrue merit. Wrong actions return corresponding consequences and incur penalties. This is an innovative program designed to help our students stay focused and coupe with the stress of everyday life.
Growing Up Green!
A program is designed for busy parents who are searching for ways to improve the overall health of their families. We offer programs for parents organizations, faith based and community organizations on how to create an environmentally safe home, foster a drug free environment for children and teens’s starting at home! This life transforming program help mom’s work from home, youth deal with self esteem, depression and stress related issues we face daily. PFC offers programs for parents, PTA groups and community organizations.
Many scientists and doctors are discovering that there is a connection between our increased use of household chemicals and the increased incidence of chronic illnesses in children like cancer, asthma, ADD, birth defects, and a host of other problems. Author and speaker Debra Lynn Dadd discusses the scientific evidence linking chemical-laden household products to these diseases in children.
To schedule a program and for a free consultation please email: growingupgreen@pafamilies.org
Sample Programs:
Remove Toxins from your Home, our Children & Environment!
Let me Help Make your Home Green
Important websites:
CHEC Virtual House
The Inside Story: A Guide to Indoor Air Quality | Publications | Indoor Air | Air | US EPA
Aerosols 101.pdf (application/pdf Object)
Indoor Air Quality | Air | US EPA
Resources on Parenting
Let us know if you want to discuss organizing a program in your area. We offer program support to schools, community and faith based organizations. Our staff is prepared to assist you with program content and speakers for your event. Call or email our office for more information.
Connect With Kids
www.connectwithkids.com
Connect with Kids offers great resources for parents and educators. The site features articles, videos, and a free newsletter tracking the latest in trends among today’s youth culture. Parents can join a parenting community and educators will find educational offerings. Information about the Connect with Kids television program is also available.
Center for Parents/Youth Understanding
www.cpyu.org
The Center for Parent/Youth Understanding is a nonprofit organization committed to building strong families by serving to bridge the cultural-generational gap between parents and teenagers.
Relationship Intelligence Programs
www.LoveSmarts.org
Find out how to be “Lovesmart” in a love-retarded world! RQ - Relationship Intelligence
“Why Your RQ is more Important To Your Success and Happiness Than Your IQ”.
ParenTeen
This website is the home for ParenTeen Seminars. ParenTeen Seminars “equip parents to both understand and nurture their children in our constantly changing culture.” You can also find out information on “Hurt - Inside the World of Today’s Teenagers Seminar” based on the book of the same name from ParenTeen Seminars President, Chap Clark,Ph.D..
Girl Talk
www.girlsanddrinking.org
Girl talk is a website designed to be “a guide for mothers and daughters to prevent underage drinking.” The site encourages mothers and daughters to communicate with each other and to discuss the dangers of alcohol.
The Network on Transitions to Adulthood
www.transad.pop.upenn.edu/index.htm
Founded in 2000, this University of Pennsylvania organization examines the changing nature of early adulthood, and increased difficulty associated with transitioning from adolescence into the early adult years.
PlanetAhead
www.planetahead.ca
From the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, this site offers sex and sexuality advice to children and teens in the form of an online comic book featuring sexual superheroes. This is a place to discover the a-biblical sexual values, attitudes and behaviors trumpeted in the mainstream of culture.
Scholarship Coach
www.scholarshipcoach.com
Created by young entrepreneur Ben Kaplan, this site is designed to help high school students fund their college education through scholarships and grants. While Kaplan does sell his scholarship guides through the site, there’s a load of free information on scholarships, financial aid, tuition reduction, college savings plans, etc.
Child & Family WebGuide
http://www.cfw.tufts.edu
This is one of the largest clearinghouses of news and research relating to child development, and just about any other issue of concern to parents. Operated by Tufts University, the site has a great selection of articles and links dealing with a variety of teen issues, from bullying and anger management to drug abuse and eating disorders.
American Center for Character and Cultural Education
www.straightroads.org
This organization exists to “empower young people to make more informed life decisions, and enable parents and educators to better understand their impact in the lives of young people.” ACCC offers educational programs and resources for students, parents and educators.
CyberTipline
http://www.cybertipline.com
CyberTipLine is a part of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. Besides being a place to report leads about missing and exploited children, the website also offers valuable tips for parents, teens, and children internet users on how to stay safe online.
All Pro Dad
http://www.allprodad.com
All Pro Dad is a helpful resource for men who want to become better fathers. Their free daily e-mails offer information, advice, and inspiration to help today’s men become better fathers and husbands. All Pro Dad has partnered with many NFL players and coaches in an effort to make an impact in the community by bringing fathers and their children together.
The Urban Father/Child Project
http://www.fathers.com/urban
The Urban Father/Child Project is a part of a partnership with fathers.com and the National Center for Fathering founded by Ken Canfield. The Urban Father/Child Project was established in 1998 to increase the well-being of disadvantaged children by training and supporting men to be responsible fathers and father figures that lead children to success.
Community of Concern
http://www.thecommunityofconcern.org
Community of Concern is a non-profit organization that was formed in 1998. Their mission is “to educate parents and build partnerships so that (we) may coordinate our efforts to keep our children alcohol, tobacco and other drug free.”
Confident Parenting Today
http://www.confidentparenting.com
Confident Parenting Today is parents “on-line help source and confidence builder.” The site includes tips of the week, featured articles, news and events, as well as many parenting resources from a Christian perspective. You can also sign up for a free monthly newsletter.
Family Education
http://www.familyeducation.com/home/
Family Education offers a website where “millions of parents find school solutions, homework help, parenting tips, and expert advice.” You can find information about school as well as entertainment and media.
Moms In Touch
http://www.momsintouch.org
Moms in Touch International is a wonderful organization of mother’s across the nation who have decided to lift their children up in prayer. Moms in Touch are moms who believe that prayer can make a difference. They get together with other moms in the community to pray for their children, schools, and teachers.
Center for Sports Parenting
http://www.sportsparenting.org/csp
A web-based program that provides parents with guidance and answers to questions and issues related to youth and sport. CSP seeks to help all those involved with youth sports deal with the growing pressures associated with kids and competition in our culture.
realFamilies.com
http://www.realfamilies.com
Christian parenting advice from Dr. Kevin Leman and Dr. Jay Passavant. The site includes parenting tips and information categorized by age of children, along with resources for marriage.
Understanding Your Teenager
http://www.uyt.com
Founded by youth ministry guru Wayne Rice, the Understanding Your Teenager organization conducts lively and informative parenting seminars across North America. The UYT site features information on these seminars, a helpful online bookstore, and parenting tips.
Parent Soup
http://www.parentsoup.com
Perhaps the most extensive parenting site on the net. Updated daily, it offers tips, tools, chats, news, message boards, reviews and more on all things parenting.
National Center for Fathering
http://www.fathers.com/
A great site for Dads! Fathers can find practical fathering tips, research on fathering, information on the fathering movement, humor, and an online version of Today’s Father magazine.
National Fatherhood Initiative
http://www.fatherhood.org
The mission of the non-profit NFl is “to improve the well-being of children by increasing the number of children growing up with loving, committed and responsible fathers.” The organization’s site includes advice for Dads, a catalog of fathering resources, tips from other fathers, and a list of links to other related organizations.
Bully Free
http://www.bullyfree.com/
Bully Free is a site committed to preventing and stopping bullying in all environments (i.e., schools, workplaces, etc.). Their goal is to promote the Golden Rule everywhere. Great site for parents, educators, and youth workers striving to create bully free environments.
Day of Purity
http://www.lc.org/dayofpurity.htm
Day of purity is striving to promote purity in mind and actions especially among today’s youth. This website encourages youth to partake in the national day of purity where they can take a stand and make a public demonstration of their commitment to remain sexually pure, in mind and actions, until marriage.
