Be Smart is a program developed to bring together parents and all adults concerned about kids, guns and safety.

Firearms are the leading cause of death for children in the US. Be Smart is non-partisan and we do not condemn or condone gun ownership. We educate families to make responsible decisions about guns in the home and gun safety.

Let's discuss the latest adolescent social media research and how parents can work with their young social media users. 

This presentation discusses information and risks associated with marijuana specifically edibles for students.

This workshop is designed to teach parents about opportunities of positive youth involvement in Wayne County.

A modern approach for understanding anxiety & stress and how to decrease them for students & parents at school & home

For High Achieving Students and Parents, an approach to attain excellent results while staying healthy and happy!

Identify what’s normal, what’s cause for concern, and learn strategies for parenting anxious children.

The majority of high school athletes will be done with competitive sports after graduation. Loss of identity, team comradery, and competitive fulfillment are just some of the aspects that may make this transition from sports challenging.

Former professional athlete and certified sports counselor, Kurt A. David, will share five principles that will help players and parents with this transition from sports.  A highly interactive presentation with videos, stories, and Q & A from those in attendance.  

Find out more about Kurt at:  www.KurtDavid.com 

Explore the transformative practice of Heartfulness Meditation, a century-old method embraced in 160 countries. With trainers spanning 130 countries and a community of 10 million practitioners, this session offers an immersive experience in three fundamental practices: Relaxation, Rejuvenation, and Meditation. Discover effective stress-relief techniques and learn the art of providing positive affirmations to turn challenging moments into opportunities for positivity. Join us on a journey of self-care and joy through the heart-centered approach of Heartfulness.  Presentation

Join us for an insightful presentation on "Holistic Wellbeing for High School Students and Families." This engaging slideshow aims to promote overall wellness by addressing physical, mental, and emotional health. Tailored specifically for high school students and their families, the presentation covers essential topics such as stress management, healthy lifestyle choices, and cultivating positive habits and relationships.

This presentation will help you define and identify symptoms of stress and anxiety in your teen, provide a better understanding of teen mental health, and guide you in how to find and access appropriate help for your child. 

In "Nourish to Flourish: A Self-Care Guide for Moms", Tricia, a 29 yr educator, woman's mindset and self-care wellness coach and mom of 3, shares practical tools to empower and inspire women to nurture their inner radiance, foster a healthy self-image, and establish healthy boundaries, while maintaining balance in all aspects of motherhood. Her message is simple, "A tree without roots, can't provide shade."

Learn how vapes operate, the health consequences, and safety concerns.

"An exploration of the key principles that contribute to maintaining and enhancing children's mental well-being.  This enlightening session delves into the fundamental aspects of mental health, covering topics such as stress management, resilience building, and fostering healthy relationships.

The presentation incorporates evidence-based strategies for promoting mental health, emphasizing parenting practices, family systems approaches, and effective coping mechanisms that can be taught to children of all ages.

By fostering awareness and providing actionable steps, this presentation serves as a guide for parents to create a supportive and thriving mental health environment for both children and their families."

• Introduction to AI: Defining and demystifying artificial intelligence.

• The Role of AI in Education: Exploring how AI is shaping the educational landscape.

• Practical Applications: Examples of AI tools and technologies in the classroom.

• Benefits and Challenges: Discuss the potential advantages and considerations of AI integration.

AI is here and here to stay!  Learn how NPS students are beginning to use these powerful tools in the classroom..

Join us for a specialized session on Phonemic Awareness and Decoding Skills for Families, tailored to support kindergarten through second-grade students. Discover practical strategies to enhance your child's literacy development in this informative session. 

In this session, we will explore the powerful impact of read-aloud strategies on your child's cognitive development. Discover effective techniques to enhance comprehension skills, foster a love for reading, and create meaningful bonding moments through shared stories. Let's embark on a journey to empower both you and your child with the joys and benefits of reading together. Your child's literacy adventure starts with you – be a part of their story!

This presentation will go over the college planning throughout the high school years, the college application process and also some other post secondary options.

College Planning 101

Strategies to help parents increase self motivation and resilience in their child.

Students and families continually face increasing distractions and influences. We will talk about many of these concerns as well as strategies to help teenagers develop skills necessary to succeed in high school and beyond. We will focus primarily on proper communication and self-advocacy among parent, student and teacher; time management and organization; and how to manage distractions. 

Do you ever find yourself exhausted from constantly negotiating with your child? Have power struggles left both you and your child feeling frustrated or upset?  You are not alone! In this session, you will learn strategies to stop arguing, set boundaries, and deepen relationships through trust building. Using the power of Love and Logic, as well as Relational Practices, you’ll leave this session with tools to end the parent-child game of “Tug Of War.” 

This session will explain our how our ESL program works, what ESL classes are like, and what WIDA testing is all about.

Introducing the social science of restorative practice; a way of communicating, problem-solving, and building community that empowers students to be autonomous, yet collaborative members of their classroom and family.  

Presentation Slides

"If there were only more hours in the day!” “Once we get through this month, we should have more time.” These are common phrases heard as parents navigate the increasing demand on how we spend our time. In the session, “It’s About Time,” we will use the 7 Habits as a springboard to identify what matters most to you, eliminate the unimportant, and reclaim our time. 

You will learn how to navigate Schoology, set up notifications and even add events to your calendar.

If you've said, "That's not the way I learned math!", then this session is for you! Student-centered, problem-based learning IS different. Experience strategies you can use to support your child's learning today.

Information about how to support new 9th grade students in their transition to NHS. 

High School Transition Slides

Join NPS Mathematics teachers to learn about our recently adopted math curriculum materials. Learn about the structure of the program, engage with lessons through a student, parent, and teacher lens, and find out how to provide at-home support for your middle school mathematician.

Desmos Math Agenda & Resources

Learn about KinderSTANGS, a dynamic Young 5s Kindergarten Program that nurtures your child's love for learning through play-based experiences and prepares them for a successful transition to kindergarten.

Kinderstang Y5 Presentation

The Dangers of Social Media: Partners in Your Safety

Our team has developed an innovative and fun, research-based method to promote social competence for learners with autism and other thinking and learning differences. Attendees will gain ideas, strategies and tactics to use in their classrooms, centers, and agencies with learners ages 11 to adult. 

Objectives/Key Elements

• Rationale and background for video-based instruction, peer-mediated intervention, and acceptance and commitment therapy.

• Demonstrate how to effectively create a personalized, electronic video library and implement video modeling into your programming.

• Demonstrate how to effectively combine peer-mediated intervention with video-modeling to further promote generalization within your programming.

• Demonstrate how to effectively integrate acceptance and commitment therapy into your programming to create improved outcomes for your learners.

• Roleplay and practice with support and feedback from your trainer(s).

*Handouts and resources will be available electronically for all topics and activities covered.

Target Audience - Middle School, High School, Post Secondary, Educators

Parenting is difficult and stressful.  Creating and implementing a solid self-care routine can help.

Managing stress and taking care of your and your child's mental health are more than self-care and deep breathing. With a scientific understanding of trauma and resiliency, this presentation provides tangible resources to understand and move beyond negative habits and behaviors that keep us stuck in cycles of stress, burnout and self-limiting thoughts. 

In current times, our teens are more stressed than ever before. As technology advances and our general cultural pace increases, childhood is inundated with pressure socially and academically, at home, at school, and on social media. In this presentation, Reset Brain and Body will first discuss the surprising developmental implications of social media use for children. Kerry will then share a series of tactical and tangible steps parents can take today to prepare and protect their children from social media's negative influences. Parents will leave feeling supported in their decisions for their family with practical tools to implement productive social media use in their homes. For Parents of Children Grades 3rd-12th

This session will offer an in-depth exploration of the crucial interplay between posture and athletic achievement. During the lecture component, we will discuss the significant repercussions of sedentary behaviors, particularly prolonged desk sitting, shedding light on how these habits can precipitate imbalances, leading to pain, injuries, and compromised sports performance.

The workshop segment is designed to go beyond theoretical understanding, providing practical insights and exercises. Participants will gain actionable strategies to counterbalance the strains associated with contemporary routines, fostering resilience in young athletes.

In recognition of the importance of addressing individual concerns, a dedicated Q&A portion will be included. Join us in building a foundation for a future characterized by well-balanced bodies, resilient athletes, and optimized sports performance.

This is your brain on food - The gut brain connection:

• The Science behind the gut grain connection.

• How leaky gut and food intolerances are often at the root of anxiety and depression.

• The ideal nutrition plan for good mental health.

• Natural alternatives for optimal emotional health and well-being.

Mental health and wellbeing can be a complex subject. Join us as we break it down into bite size pieces and deliver it in a way that’s easy to understand and meets you where you are at. Using our six Building Blocks and lots of age specific examples, we will show you how you can increase your awareness and strengthen your capacity to support your child and their mental wellbeing at home, at school, at work and at play. 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is providing powerful tools to enhance education. AI tools, such as ChatGPT, can support the academic success of multilingual learners (often referred to as EL, or English Learners) as well as the engagement of their families in school activities. This interactive presentation offers an opportunity for both parents and staff to explore how ChatGPT can be used to transform the learning experiences of multilingual learners and their families.