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Is your child aiming for Harvard, Stanford, UCLA or USC? Learn how to help your child to get ready for schooling at the University of California, California State University, or a private institution. The need for getting ready for college is greater today than ever. As a parent, you face the challenge of helping your children to become the skilled worker of tomorrow and to prepare him/her to become a global leader through a college education. This workshop will provide you the information needed to help your children get ready for college and to realize his/her fullest potential.
STRATEGIC COLLEGE PLANNING AND PLAYING THE MONEY GAME – 11/18-District Boardroom
This is two workshops in one. Most families don’t plan to fail . . . they just fail to plan! Come and discover the real cost of a college education. Learn about scholarships, grants, and savings accounts. Then stay to hear how you can achieve your financial goals by learning how to play the money game. (English-Spanish)
OVERVIEW OF 6th GRADE FAMILY LIFE & SEX EDUCATION PROGRAM - 11/19/09 and 02/25/10 - Preview the Family Life and Sex Education Program that has been approved by the ABC Unified Board of Education to be presented to your sixth grade student. Parent consent is required for students to participate in the program. The workshop will give an overview of the lessons in the program as well as show some of the films that will be seen by the students.
11/19/09 Schools: Burbank, Cerritos, Elliott, Furgeson, Hawaiian, Juarez, Niemes, Kennedy, Stowers &Willow
2/25/10 Schools: Aloha, Bragg, Carver, Gonsalves, Leal, Melbourne, Nixon, Palms, & Wittmann
Paul Killian, District Program Specialist-Science/Health and Rhonda McNutt, Elliott Elementary.
YOU, TOO, CAN CREATE AN ASSET RICH HOME: 40 DEVELOPMENTAL ASSETS –12/2-District Boardroom
Learn how to integrate ethical values and social/emotional competencies into your home. Discover the power of The 40 Developmental Assets that will guide your children toward self-advocacy, goal setting, and responsible decision –making behaviors at home and in the academic setting. (English-Spanish)
HOW TO GET YOUR CHILD TO LOVE MATH – 1/20-District Boardroom
Math learning is sequential. Our children must start on the first step and work their way up. If they stumble early in the process, they may struggle with math throughout their lives. Learn how you can help your child early so that math can be fun. (English-Spanish)
HOW TO MAXIMIZE YOUR CHILDREN’S POTENTIAL
2/3-District Boardroom (English)
2/6-(Saturday) Artesia HS- (English/Chinese) 9:30 – 11:30 am
2/10-Fedde MS-Multiple Purpose Room (English-Spanish)
2/27-(Saturday) Carmenita MS-MPR – 9:30 – 11:30 am (English/Korean)
How are GATE students identified? What are the criteria necessary to qualify for the program? Learn strategies to help gifted students be successful in their educational career. Whitney High School’s mission is to prepare academically proficient students for entrance and success at their best-match university. Learn the application process and review Whitney High School’s admission procedures.
STANDARDIZED TESTS AND TEST TAKING TIPS – 3/4 (Thursday)-District Board Room
Get an overview of the California Standardized Testing and Reporting Program. Walk away with some simple tips to improve your child’s testing experience. (English-Spanish)
EVERYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT SCHOOL CONNECTEDNESS AND CYBER BULLYING – 4/21-District Boardroom
You will be actively involved as you learn to differentiate between the myths and facts that surround bullying and gain insight into the impact cyber bullying has on the social/emotional development and academic achievement of your children. (English-Spanish)
HOW WILL MY CHILDREN SPEND THEIR TIME THIS SUMMER? – 5/19-District Boardroom
Idle hands are the devil’s workshop! This is a one-stop information source for community and district resources for summer enrichment. Securing a spot for your child may depend on getting information early! Obtain valuable program information, application procedures and free resources. (English-Spanish)
No pre-registration is required. For more information please call (562) 926-6734 Ex 25021 or 25022
