January Parent Education Workshops

Unity Day January 19th

9-10am Supporting the Anxious Child with Sarah Schnoebelen, Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist

Some degree of anxiety is a natural part of life, and childhood is no exception. Although mild levels of anxiety can be adaptive and provide the necessary arousal to respond to challenges or threats, there certainly are situations in which anxieties and fears become so intense that they interfere with the child’s ability to participate meaningfully in important developmental tasks, at which point anxiety may become disordered. During this workshop, information about the difference between normative anxiety and the more problematic versions will be provided, and the types of anxiety disorders frequently seen in children will be reviewed. Strategies from cognitive, behavioral, and mindfulness perspectives which can be useful in facilitating the development of more effective coping also will be discussed.

10-11am Naturopathic Medicine with Dr. Jeanne Galloway, ND, Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Galloway is a graduate of Bastyr University School of Naturopathic Medicine – a four year naturopathic school that includes two years of clinical training. She has been active as a leader in the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians, and is the President of the Texas Association of Naturopathic Physicians. She is a frequent guest lecturer at local corporations and organizations, including People’s Pharmacy. In addition, she lectures at local universities including Austin Oriental Medicine Academy (AOMA.)Doctor Galloway works with children and adults on a wide range of chronic conditions and works with whole families quite often. She welcomes your questions about natural health care for your family and can be found at www.AustinsNaturalDoctor.com

11-12pm Nutrition for Your Family with Ashley Colpaart, Registered Dietitian

“What’s for dinner, mom?” After a hard days work, it is sometimes difficult to keep nutrition the focus of every meal. This workshop will give some insight into the obesity epidemic, how to pack healthy school lunches, and how to keep nutrition a priority for you and your family. Time will be given to ask questions about particular food issues you may be having with your child.

Ashley Colpaart is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian. She currently is working as the Nutrition Services Coordinator at Meals on Wheels and More (MOWAM). Her main project is the Meals for Kids program that provides nutrient dense meals and nutrition education to at risk children in East and South Austin . She has done numerous trainings for owners of childcare centers on nutrition policy as well as numerous parent groups around Austin . Ashley is currently a member of the American Dietetic Association, the Hunger and Environmental Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group (HEN-DPG), Texas Dietetic Association (TDA), and sits on a Nutrition Action Committee for STEPS to a Healthier Austin. She is the state Legislation and Public Policy Chair for TDA as well as the Director at Large for Legislation for the Austin Dietetic Association. Her main focuses are community and child nutrition, policy and advocacy, education, whole foods and holistic health.

Parent Education Events 2006-07

This is the schedule of educational events that I have scheduled thus far. These will all be presented at ADS on the third Saturday of (almost) every month. These events will co-incide with the scheduled gardening work days. So families can come out and garden, attend the gardening committee meeting and do a class. Child care will be provided for the classes, but not for the gardening or the meeting. Food and beverages will also be provided. All classes are free of charge and an essential element in our becoming the educational innovation incubator in Texas. Open to the public. Bring your friends. -Ali

November 18th

9-10am

Cognitively Guided Instruction with Debbie Junk PhD. of UT Austin

presents an introduction to the guiding principle of ADS mathematics curriculum

10-11am

Infant and Child Health Through Nutrition with Kiersten Alton, RPh. and Kaya Dupre of People's Pharmacy

presents an introduction to fostering healthy childhood through thoughtful nutrition. Your child has 30 IQ points at stake between birth and age 5, nutrition can make the difference.

11-12pm

Infant and Child Health Through Natural Medicine with Kiersten Alton, RPh. and Kaya Dupre of People's Pharmacy

presents an introduction to healthy children through the use of natural medicines

December 16th

9-10am

Understanding Anger Management with Kelley Broadaway M.Ed/LPC

presents how to approach managing anger and redirecting behavior with our young ones

10-11am

Positive Parenting with Kelley Broadaway M.Ed/LPC

presents techniques for fostering healthy relationships with your children using positive reinforcement

11-12pm

Food Policy Explained with Jenny Black

presents an informative workshop on the ADS nutritional policy and what it means for your families.

January 20th

9-10 am

Constructivist Theory De-mystified with Michelle Batchelder Burd Ph.D.

presents an explanation of what constructivist theory might look like in the classroom

10-11 am

Conscious Discipline with Kelly McRee

presents the underlying principles of the discipline policy at ADS with discussion of the book/video Conscious Discipline by Becky Bailey

11-12pm

Unconditional Parenting with Kelly McRee

presents a discussion about how to apply Mr. Kohn's research into our parenting techniques

April 21st

9-10am

Make & Take Healthy Recipes To Go with Veronica Rice, Jenny Black and Rebecca Vore

present support and knowledge for other families with "how-to" easy, healthy cooking projects. Community Building at it's best. Bring an item from the menu card posted at the official sign up sight.

10-11am

Food Policy Explained and Cooking Class with Rebecca Vore, Veronica Rice and Jenny Black

present ways to reduce the amount of time in the kitchen while increasing the nutritional value of your meals. Also, discussion on what the nutrition policy at ADS means to your family

11-12 pm

Literacy with Ali Ronder M.Ed.

presents easy and fun resources to support your child's developing literacy skills

May 19th

9-10 am

Stress Management for Children with Kelley Broadaway M.Ed/LPC

presents stress relieving techniques to use with our youngsters that really work.