Parent Education Workshop

Parent-Teacher Workshop  Itinerary
Date: March 27 2025
Time: 4:30 PM – 5:15 PM (30-45 minutes)
Location: Agape Christian Academy
Topic: Creating Healthy Eating Habits

Agenda

4:30 PM – 4:35 PM – Welcome & Introduction

• Opening remarks by Debbie-ann Lynch
  
  

• Brief introduction of the topic: The Importance of Healthy Eating for Young Children
  
  

• Overview of the session’s objectives
  
  

4:35 PM – 4:45 PM – Guest Speaker #1 Presentation Keiron Audain

• Expert in child nutrition discussing balanced diets, meal planning, and portion control
  
  

4:45 PM – 4:55 PM – Debbie-ann Lynch #2 Presentation

• Demonstration on ways to incorporate healthy eating in the daily life of children.
  
  

4:55 PM – 5:05 PM – Interactive Q&A and Discussion

• Parents ask questions, share experiences, and get expert advice
  
  

5:05 PM – 5:10 PM – Closing & Evaluation

• Distribute and collect evaluation forms
  
  

• Thank you notes and refreshments
  
  

5:10 PM – 5:15 PM – Networking & Refreshments

Action Plan for Parent Education Workshop

Goals & Objectives

1. Educate Parents on the importance of healthy eating habits for young children.
   
   

2. Provide practical strategies to make nutritious meals at home.
   
   

3. Encourage parental involvement in promoting healthy lifestyles.
   
   

4. Connect parents with professionals who can offer guidance.

Needs Assessment Survey

Before selecting this topic, parents were surveyed to determine key concerns about their child’s nutrition. The survey included:

• Current eating habits of their children
  
  

• Challenges in providing healthy meals
  
  

• Interest in meal planning tips
  
  

• Concerns about picky eating
  
  

Survey link 

Parent Survey.docx

Sample Activities & Materials

1. PowerPoint Presentation: Covering key aspects of childhood nutrition and healthy meal planning.

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1. "Fruit Plate" Activity: Parents get visual examples of different types of fruit that can be included in children's lunch boxes.

2. Take-Home Tip Sheet: Quick and easy healthy snack ideas for preschoolers and ways to incorporate exercise in everyday routines.

Guest Speaker

His knowledge is grounded in a dedication to empowering individuals and communities to make informed food decisions that promote both individual and environmental well-being. Outside of his professional commitments, Dr. Audain likes to explore culinary practices from different cultures and guide aspiring nutrition specialists.

Speaker 2- Debbieann Lynch (practicum student)

A sign-in sheet will be prepared for parents to register their attendance.

Evaluation Form

A short feedback form will be distributed to assess: feedback form

• Usefulness of information

• Suggestions for future topics

• Overall satisfaction

Refreshment Menu

• Fruit bowls

• Water

Thank You Notes

Personalized thank-you notes will be prepared for:

• Guest speakers for their time and expertise

• Parents for their participation 

Pictural Evidence