LOCATION: Homer HTEC Building

80 S. West St., Homer, NY

TIME: 5:00 - 5:30pm Light meal; Childcare sign-in

5:30 - 7:00pm Workshop presentation

*Pre-registration is required for childcare and open only Homer Central School District families. Pre-registration also required for the light meal by Monday, March 17th. Walk-ins welcome for the workshop but we appreciate pre-registrations to help us plan for space.   

Spend an evening with Tammy Goddard who works with Devereux Center for Resilient Children, discussing how identifying personal strengths can strengthen your resilience. Use the Devereux Adult Resilience Survey (DARS) and journal Building Your Bounce: Simple Strategies for a Resilient You (provided to the first 20 registrants) to take a closer look at resilience-related behaviors then identify strategies and ideas to strengthen your resilience compliments of Seven Valleys Health Coalition.

This workshop is FREE and open to all area schools, agencies and families - not just Homer, and appropriate for Parents, High School Students (16+), Staff and Community Members!

Register here for light meal and childcare no later than March 17th

This workshop is sponsored by Seven Valleys Health Coalition and presented by Homer Central School District. Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

LOCATION: Homer HTEC Building

80 S. West St., Homer, NY

TIME: 5:00 - 5:30pm Light meal; Childcare sign-in

5:30 - 7:00pm Workshop presentation

*Pre-registration is required for childcare and open only Homer Central School District families. Pre-registration also required for the light meal by Monday, February 10th. Walk-ins welcome for the workshop but we appreciate pre-registrations to help us plan for space.   

Spend an evening with Kenda Carfagno, FSCP from Visions Federal Credit Union creating a sensible budgeting system that will help you control your dollars, and understand credit so you can win at the credit game! Kenda will also share information about the upcoming tax season, the VITA program, and what you need to know about tax returns!

This workshop is FREE and open to all area schools, agencies and families - not just Homer, and appropriate for Parents, High School Students (16+), Staff and Community Members!

Register here for light meal and childcare no later than February 10th.

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

LOCATION: Homer HTEC Building

80 S. West St., Homer, NY

TIME: 5:00 - 5:30pm Light meal; Childcare sign-in

5:30 - 7:00pm Workshop presentation

*Pre-registration is required for childcare and open only Homer Central School District families. Pre-registration also required for the light meal by Monday, January 13th. Walk-ins welcome for the workshop but we appreciate pre-registrations to help us plan for space.   

Join Kris Beard, Director of the Cortland County Child Advocacy Center in Cortland County, to learn about Human Trafficking which “occurs on an international, national, and local level. Child Advocacy Centers, to learn about Human Trafficking which “occurs whether you live in a small town or a large city, human trafficking can be happening in your own back yard or apartment building.

You will learn more about the indicators of human trafficking, the risk factors of our youth, and how to report it. Information about Cortland County's Safe Harbor Task Force which supports vulnerable youth will also be shared including how school staff, parents and community agencies can connect with this important program.

This workshop is FREE and open to all area schools, agencies and families - not just Homer families, and appropriate for Parents, Community Members, School Personnel, Government Officials, and Youth Serving Organizations.

Register here for light meal and childcare no later than January 13th.

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

LOCATION: Homer HTEC Building

80 S. West St., Homer, NY

TIME: 4:30 - 7:00pm (Come and go as you please.)

*Pre-registration required and space is limited for the workshop and childcare. This workshop is limited to Parents/Guardians of Homer students and Homer Faculty & Staff ONLY.

This time of year can be overwhelming for many people. To help take away some of your stress, we invite you to join us for an evening of relaxation, de-stressing, and self-care. Come enjoy a free chair massage, practice mindfulness, learn about essential oils, make a craft, and more! Each participant will receive a small self-care gift to take home and be entered for a chance to win a raffle. Light snacks will be provided. 

Register here for workshop and childcare no later than December 9th. No walk-ins. Sorry.

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

LOCATION: Homer HTEC Building

80 S. West St., Homer, NY

TIME: 5:00 - 5:30pm Light meal; Childcare sign-in

5:30 - 7:00pm Workshop presentation

Local therapist, Karen Dudgeon, LCSW, will present on how to resolve behavior challenges that result in conflict. Karen will teach about conflict resolution through the lens of compassion and caring that can look like modeling self-regulation, healthy interpersonal communication, de-escalating ourselves and others, and collaborative problem-solving with the children in our lives. The first 20 participants to register will receive a copy of The Explosive Child by Dr. Ross Greene. 

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

LOCATION: Homer HTEC Building

80 S. West St., Homer, NY

TIME: 5:00 - 5:30pm Light meal; Childcare sign-in

5:30 - 7:00pm Workshop presentation

Presented by Homer School District, Amanda Hudson, LMSW, will bring her experience as the Family and Community Liaison at Homer Elementary School, a long-term family advocate for children with special special needs, and as a parent to this workshop. The topic is helpful for anyone struggling to manage tasks and behaviors with young children in a way that will encourage connection with and self-reliance for the child.

1. Understanding Child Behavior: Gain insights into the developmental stages of young children and learn how to interpret their behavior.

2. Setting Clear Boundaries and Routines: Learn how consistent, clear, and age-appropriate boundaries help children understand expectations and develop self-discipline.

3. Effective Communication: Explore techniques for effectively communicating with young children including active listening.

4. Managing Tantrums and Meltdowns: Get practical tips for handling difficult behaviors calmly and constructively, helping children to learn self-regulation skills.

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

LOCATION: Homer Senior High School Auditorium

80 S. West St., Homer, NY

TIME: 5:00 - 6:00pm Light refreshments; Mental Health

                                               Resource Fair

6:00 - 7:00pm Workshop presentation

AUDIENCE: 16+ for the presentation - appropriate for parents,

                        teachers and other supportive adults. Open to the

                        wider community (NOT limited to Homer School

                        District).

Mr. Perricone has been praised for his work in inviting his audiences to reflect upon their personal philosophies of life and how those philosophies impact their parenting, work life and other relationships. He was a Health Educator and Psychology Teacher in Maine Endwell School District for 31 years. John has a unique perspective appropriate for anyone, but especially parents, teachers and other supportive adults. His love and passion for teaching have made him the recipient of local, state and national excellence in teaching awards. 

Mr. Perricone has been invited to speak in recognition of the May is Mental Health Awareness Month’s 2024 theme of “Where to Start: Mental Health in a Changing World”. Mental Health Awareness Month has the goal of fighting stigma, providing support, educating the public and advocating for policies that support the millions of people in the U.S. affected by mental illness. We hope you can join us from 5:00-6:00pm before his presentation for a Mental Health Resource Fair.

No pre-registration is required. Please join us!

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

LOCATION: Homer HTEC Building

80 S. West St., Homer, NY

TIME: 5:00 - 5:30pm Light meal; Childcare sign-in

5:30 - 7:00pm Workshop presentation

SENSORY SYSTEM SUPERPOWERS

Join us for a fun and informative opportunity to learn all about our sensory system and the important role it plays in our daily lives!  Participants will be introduced to the eight senses and how they can impact children's behavior, mood, learning, and communication.  This hands-on training will provide helpful tools and strategies useful for anyone as we all need to learn how to regulate our nervous systems, and all adults need to learn how to co-regulate with children. It will be especially helpful for any adult who lives or works with children who experience sensory dysregulation. 

SLIDES of this workshop available for download HERE!

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

LOCATION: Homer HTEC Building

80 S. West St., Homer, NY

TIME: 5:00 - 5:30pm Light meal

5:30 - 7:00pm Workshop presentation

A panel of local practitioners featuring Jennifer Talarico, LMHC, Senior Counselor at SUNY Cortland Counseling and Wellness Services; Karen Dudgeon, LCSW, local Private Practitioner; and Homer Central School District Family & Community Liaisons, Alicia Maroney, LCSW and Susan Williams, LCSW. Panelists will present on physical and mental health topics including: Student Support Services on SUNY and other college campuses; How students can take responsibility for their own health and how parents can support and encourage them; What does the transition for physical and mental health look like from local practitioners to college campus practitioners and for non-college students, from pediatrics to adult practices; Helping young adults access physical and mental health services on campuses, in the off-campus college community, and in Cortland County; College campus healthcare confidentiality for college student minors vs adults; Legal documentation (HIPAA, FERPA, advanced directives, etc.) for your adult child; Health insurance for your adult child; Preparing for and navigating the relationship transitions between parents and children during the transition into adulthood. Panelists will present overviews of these various topics and encourage this to be an interactive session addressing specific questions and concerns from those in attendance. This workshop is appropriate for graduating high school seniors, current juniors, and/or their parents/guardians and is open to the general public. 

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

LOCATION: Homer HTEC Building

80 S. West St., Homer, NY

TIME: 5:00 - 5:30pm Childcare sign-in

5:30 - 7:00pm Workshop presentation

Presented by the Homer Central School District Family and Community Liaisons, Cortland County Department of Mental Health's Children, Youth, and Adult SPOA Coordinator, Cristin Marshall, will offer the "Talk Saves Lives" training, a brief introduction to suicide prevention. Suicide can be prevented. This presentation will cover what we know about this leading cause of death, the most up-to-date research on prevention, and what we can all do to fight suicide. Participants will learn the common risk factors for suicide, how to spot the warning signs in others, and how to keep ourselves, our loved ones and those in our community safe.

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

LOCATION: Homer HTEC Building

80 S. West St., Homer, NY

TIME: 4:30 - 6:00pm

Stop in anytime during this timeframe

Presented by the Homer Central School District Family and several community volunteers - “Holiday Stress Less”. 

Give yourself the gift of self-care this holiday season. Join the Homer Central School District Family & Liaison team for an evening of de-stressing with the lovable dogs of Josie's Journey, 5 minute chair massages, low impact easy and relaxing yoga/mindfulness exercises, holiday cookie decorating, crafts, light refreshments, and more. Each participant will receive a small self-care gift and be entered for a chance to win a raffle prize. Light snacks will be provided. 

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

LOCATION: Homer HTEC Building

80 S. West St., Homer, NY

TIME: 5:00 - 5:30pm Childcare sign-in

5:30 - 7:00pm Workshop presentation

Presented by the Homer Central School District Family and Community Liaisons, Lancy Collins, in-district Technology Coach, will present “Parenting in a Digital World”. 

Topics covered will include tips on SchoolTool, Parentsquare, and digital safety and boundary setting with your kids. 

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

Presented by the Homer Central School District and sponsored by Seven Valleys Health Coalition, local therapist, Karen Dudgeon, LCSW, spoke to parents, guardians, school personnel and other supportive adults about the link between anxiety and school avoidance, identifying challenges early, and how to address them once they are recognized. Some specifics included: How parents can help their kids manage anxiety including accessing appropriate mental health services, the ‘Wait Til 8’ initiative (delaying smart phones until 8th grade or later), communication between families and schools, and more. 

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

SLIDES of this workshop available for download HERE!

Tuesday, May 2nd; Presented by the Homer Central School District and Sponsored by Seven Valleys Health Coalition, local therapist, Karen Dudgeon, LCSW, talked about how the development of adolescent brains offers us as parents, teachers, and other supportive adults, a unique opportunity to boost positive traits and talents, and help kids to change course when we have concerns for them.

This workshop will covered various topics of interest to parents/guardians and school staff alike and was the first in a planned series to be hosted by Homer Central School School District's new Family and Community Liaison service with the goal of supporting students' behavioral needs but is open to the public, including those outside of the district,thanks to the sponsorship of Seven Valleys Health Coalition.

Please contact any of Homer School District's Family and Community Liaisons with any questions.

SLIDES of this workshop available for download HERE!