Western Mass Families First is partnering with Holyoke Public Schools to offer a free, 12-session “Power of Parenting Program” that runs for six weeks. This is the third time this series is being offered in Holyoke.
A brief informational session is scheduled for Thursday, October 12, beginning at 5 p.m. so families with children ages 3-8 can learn more about the program content and how participating will benefit them and their children. Dinner and child care will be provided at the informational session and all 12 of the regular program sessions.
The program officially begins on Thursday, October 19. All sessions are scheduled from 5-7 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays at E.N. White School, with the final session set for Thursday, November 30. The program offers opportunities for paid parent leadership roles. The graduation celebration includes professional clothing provided by two Springfield businesses: Dress for Success and Suits and Smiles.
The schedule is as follows:
Thursday, October 19: Orientation and Self-Care
Monday, October 23: Parenting Styles
Thursday, October 26: Know your Child’s Temperament
Monday, October 30: Parent Café
Thursday, November 2: Communication
Monday, November 6: Love and Limits
Thursday, November 9: Play and Media Use
Monday, November 13: Parent Café
Thursday, November 16: Learning and Thriving
Monday, November 20: Raising a Resilient Child
Monday, November 27: Parent Café
Thursday, November 30: Graduation
Space is limited, and advance registration is required. For more information, email Yamaris Rivera at yrivera@families-first.org or call (413) 390-9930, extension 26.