PARK CONNECTS. It's what we do.
The Park School, both philosophically and in practice, is deeply committed to connecting parents to the latest research, current trends — and to each other — in supporting the physical, social, and emotional well-being of our children. This commitment has long been exemplified by the work of Park Connects through opportunities for learning, discussion, and connection with your parent peers and Park’s Counseling and Wellness Team.
Park Connects offers two unique opportunities:
1) Grade-Level Parent Discussions, sponsored by the Parents’ Association
2) Parent Education Workshops, sponsored by Park’s Counseling and Wellness Team
GRADE-LEVEL PARENT DISCUSSIONS, By Parents, For Parents:
Sponsored by the Parents’ Association, these grade level parent-to-parent programs allow for relationships to develop, experiences to be shared, and an ethos of a connected community to be built. Conversation topics can range from how to get a five-year-old to fall asleep on her own, to more difficult conversations later on about drinking and driving for the parents of 17-year-olds. These discussion groups, led by trained parent facilitators, have created a culture of conversation and connectivity among Park parents, demonstrated by the “Park Connects moments.” As decades of research confirm, there’s no question that a more connected community provides a healthier and safer environment for all of our children. In addition, new Parents' Association sponsored theme-based, cross-divisional discussion groups will be added to the program.
PARENT EDUCATION WORKSHOPS:
Facilitated by members of the Park School Counseling and Wellness Team, these workshops will guide families through key developmental issues with a focus on risk-reduction and resilience building. Education workshops provide insights into the latest research, as well as opportunities for skill building and thoughtful discussion.
Please review the Park Connects dates, mark your calendars, and plan on joining us for these thoughtfully created programs to create, strengthen, and support the connections between and among the students and adults in our community. Details regarding Park Connects event registration will arrive via email several weeks before each event, but we do hope that you’ll save the dates in your calendars now.
We thank you for your support and involvement in our active and caring parent community.