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Parenting Classes

 Parent Connection offers a variety of educational workshops that are designed to help parents feel better about themselves and the roles they fill. Topics include child development, stress management, positive discipline, and communication.

 

Limited spots available, please register early. Internet access is needed to participate in online classes.

We reserve the right to cancel workshops with low enrollment. Any cancelled workshops will have fees refunded.

Online Only Offerings

Potty Training – Free On-Demand Video

On Demand   |   Previously Recorded Video

Cost:  Free

Potty Training Advice in this video is adapted from the book “Let’s Get This Potty Started” by Dr. Heather Wittenberg. This is a Pre-Recorded Video of an online class. Potty training can test your patience & expectations, it can be repetitive, messy & frustrating.  But caregivers can help children do this when they are ready!  This program helps you look for and prepare for “readiness” and talks about ways you can help and support a child during this important milestone in their development.

Registration Link:  https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/PottyTrain2024

Positive Discipline Parenting

Online | Thursday, February 29 & Thursday, May 30* | 12:00-2:00 pm

*need only to attend one session

Cost: $10

This Online Course will talk about discipline as structure, routine, communication & being our children’s role models. Build up your children’s positive behaviors & sense of self-esteem. Let’s talk about how we can start Positive Discipline in our homes today.

2/29 Registration Link: https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/PosDisOnlineFeb2024

5/30 Registration Link: https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/PosDisOnlineMay2024

Anger & Emotion Management for Parents

Online | Thursday, February 22 & Thursday, May 23* | 12:00-2:00 pm

*need only to attend one session

Cost: $10

ONLINE COURSE. Our children bring us incredible joy.  Yet there are times we find ourselves crabby, frustrated or angry with the people we love.  Learn how to manage anger to improve your relationships.  Learn the five stages of anger & the top ten anger producers.  Get to know your own anger, anger style & how to manage it to create a more harmonious home.

2/22 Registration Link: https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/AngerMgmtOnlineFeb2024

5/23 Registration Link: https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/AngerMgmtOnlineMay2024

Support Groups

NAMI Parent & Caregiver Support Group

In-person | Appleton |  2nd Monday of Every Month*  |  6:00-7:30 pm

Cost:  FREE

*1/8, 2/12, 3/11, 4/8, 5/13

This Support Group is for parents & caregivers of school-aged children with behavioral & mental health challenges. Our support groups provide participants with a relaxed, trusting & safe environment to share with & support others who can empathize with their experiences. Participants share strategies & coping skills, discover community resources & experience the benefits of mutual compassion.

1/8/2024 Registration Link: https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/NAMISupportGrp_Jan8

2/12/2024 Registration Link:  https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/NAMISupportGrp_Feb12

3/11/2024 Registration Link:  https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/NAMISupportGrp_Mar11

4/8/2024 Registration Link:  https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/NAMISupportGrp_Apr8

5/13/2024 Registration Link: https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/NAMISupportGrp_May13

Appleton (In-Person)

Back to Baby Basics Dad’s Only Discussion Group

In-Person | Appleton  | Monday, January 22 & Monday, April 15* | 6:00-7:30 pm

*need only to attend one session

Cost: Free

This discussion group is Just for Dads of infants in their first year.

After having your new baby home for a while, you may have new questions or concerns about the day-to-day responsibilities of caring for your infant, being a good co-parent, and balancing it all with the rest of your life.  Back to Baby Basics is a discussion group for dads to share how everything has been going, questions and concerns, and what’s been going well.

1/22 Registration Link: https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/BacktoBabyBasicsJan2024

4/15 Registration Link: https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/BacktoBabyBasicsApr2024

 

Special Presentation: Parents’ Rights & Role in the IEP Process

In-Person | Appleton  |  Monday, January 29 | 6:00-8:00pm

Cost: Free 

The IEP process can be scary and intimidating.  The better prepared parents are for their child’s IEP, whether its an initial evaluation, annual IEP or re-evaluation, the more empowered you will be.  This presentation will provide a brief review of the IEP and evaluation timeline.  There will be a discussion of the new DPI rules for seclusion and restraint, and the notification process.  Parents will also learn about their role in the process and be given strategies and checklists in order to take the frustration and anxiety out of the IEP.  Parents will also learn outside district resources they can call on for support.

Registration Link: https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/IEP_JAN2024

Love & Logic: Early Childhood Parenting

In-Person | Appleton  |  Tuesdays, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13* |  6:00-8:00 pm

*Plan to attend all three sessions

Cost: $15

This 3-session workshop offers practical techniques for raising responsible kids. Learn discipline with your children without losing their love & respect (or your sanity). Effective Communication, choices and consequences are the foundation of this program for positive learning & growth of your children.

Registration Link:  https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/LLEarlyChildWinterSpr2024

Baby Basics for New & Expectant Dads

In-Person | Appleton  |  Monday, February 26 & Monday, May 20* | 6:00-9:00pm

*need only to attend one session

Cost: $10

This program designed Just for Dads discusses & demonstrates basic newborn care (handling, feeding, burping, changing, cleaning & calming), what to expect in the coming months & how to enhance your baby’s development.

2/26 Registration Link: https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/BabyBasicsFeb2024

5/20 Registration Link:  https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/BabyBasicsMay2024

Active Parenting of Pre-Teens & Teens

In-Person | Appleton  |  Mondays: 3/18, 3/25, 4/1*  |  6:00-8:30 pm

*plan to attend all three sessions

Cost:  $15

This workshop is for parents who want to prepare for or are experiencing the changes of teenage development & want to help prepare their preteens & teens to survive & thrive in society. Topics will include: Active Parenting, Winning Cooperation, Responsibility & Discipline, Building Courage & Redirecting Misbehavior, Drugs & Sexuality, Violence & Reducing Risks.

Registration Link:  https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/ActiveParentTeensWinterSpr2024

Anger & Emotion Management for Parents

In-Person | Appleton  |  Tuesday, March 19  |  6:00-8:00 pm

Cost: $10

Our children bring us incredible joy.  Yet there are times we find ourselves crabby, frustrated or angry with the people we love.  Learn how to manage anger to improve your relationships.  Learn the five stages of anger & the top ten anger producers.  Get to know your own anger, anger style & how to manage it to create a more harmonious home.

Registration Link: https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/AngerMgmtInPersonWinterSpr2024

Positive Discipline Parenting

In-Person | Appleton  |  Tuesday, March 26  |  6:00-8:00 pm

Cost: $10

This course will talk about discipline as structure, routine, communication & being our children’s role models. Build up your children’s positive behaviors & sense of self-esteem. Let’s talk about how we can start Positive Discipline in our homes today.

Registration Link: https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/PosDisInPersonWinterSpr2024

Love & Logic: Adults Supporting Youth With Challenging Pasts

In-Person | Appleton  |  Thursdays: 4/23, 4/30, 5/7*  |  6:00-8:00 pm

*plan to attend all three sessions

Cost: $15

Plan to attend all 3 sessions. This workshop is for any adult serving or living with children & teens who have experienced loss, hardship or trauma. Cut through the complexity of working with youth with challenging pasts & provide real solutions that can be applied immediately. We will discuss the steps to build relationships, deal with defiance, show empathy, minimize power struggles & support opportunities for success.

 

Registration Link: https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/LLASYCPWinterSpr2024

Parent Connection Community Events

35th Annual Parent Resource Fair (formally known as the Young Parent Conference)

In-Person – Fox Valley  |  Friday, May 3, 2024 & Saturday, May 4, 2024

Cost:  Free

This FREE event is for any parent or parents-to-be. Take some time to learn from experts in our communities about your children, parenting, health, safety & more – Just for You!

Teen & young adult parents are encouraged to attend.

Listen to our speakers, check out our Community Resource Fair, stay for any part of this event you choose.

Registration will open early 2024!

“After attending 1-2-3 Magic, Love & Logic and various other classes, there has been a night and day difference at home.

My son and I are able to resolve conflicts with little to no issue at all; transitions from one activity to the next, bedtime routines, etc. I am very pleased with the instruction and the results and have recommended these classes to friends and family with young children or who are expecting. Attending these workshops has been one of the greatest investments I’ve made which will last a lifetime. Thank you!”

— Joe, Workshop Participant

Community Presentations

Interested in hosting a parenting workshop at your business, school, church, or organization?

Parent Connection offers community presentations to businesses, schools, community agencies and more on a variety of parenting topics, including:

  • 1-2-3 Magic
  • Anger Management for Parents
  • No More Arguing
  • Positive Discipline
  • Power Struggles
  • Setting Limits
  • Teaching Responsibility
  • Ask us to customize to your needs

Fees vary depending on workshop length and location.  To learn more, contact the Parent Connection Workshop Team at 920-739-4226 ext. 127 or [email protected]

Have Questions?

For more information please contact the Parent Connection Workshop Team at

920-739-4226 ext. 127 or [email protected]

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