5th Annual Family University is scheduled
for May 19, 2008!
Research consistently shows that parental supervision, parental involvement and a teen’s connection to his/her family are the strongest protective factors against all serious risk factors such as alcohol and other drug abuse, premature sexuality, depression and suicidal risk.
The Family University has been created to allow parents, middle school and high school age teens to come together to learn and strengthen their connection to each other and to others in the community. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children - so please come - and invite your children's friends and their parents to join us too for a tradition that has grown each year - The Family University!
 If you have suggestions for our next Family University scheduled for May 2009, please let us know. We would love to hear from you! |
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What can you do to protect your child from high risk harm; from premature sexuality, substance abuse, depression and more? Research consistently demonstrates that parents’ influence and guidance is the key protection for all children and teens. The Family University is an annual opportunity for parents and Middle and High School students to come together with school staff and local experts to learn and share together. All families in Easton and Redding are encouraged to attend with children in the 5th – 12th grades. A family meal will be served and there is ample time for socializing and connecting with other parents and school personnel. There are door prizes for teens and opportunities for extra credit for JBHS students. Families are encouraged to invite the parents of their children’s friends and meet and greet new friends within the community. |
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| Program Schedule | |||
6:00 - 6:50 | Family Dinner and welcoming comments from Thomas McMorran, Head of School, JBHS |
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7:00 - 7:55 |
Break-Out Session #1 | ||
8:00 - 9:00 | Break-Out Session #2 | ||
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There is a suggested dontation of $10 for each adult attending. Payment is tax deductible Break-Out SessionsEach participant can attend 2 of the following sessions: |
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| 1In Your Facebook: The Dangers of Social Networking Sites |
Officer Mark Pastor of the Easton Police Department, DARE officer, and a 14 yr SR officer of Easton and Richard Colangelo, Senior Assistant State's Attorney in the Judicial District of Stamford / Norwalk, will speak about the lasting impact of our changing social world. Internet access will be open to demonstrate the powers and dangers of networking. | MS/HS Students Only Session 1 MS/HS Parents Only Session 2 |
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| 2Talking to Teens and Parents About Sexuality | Dr. Pat Gillotti, MD, OB/GYN
will discuss issues related to teens emerging sexuality including sexually transmitted diseases, the Guardasil vaccine and other health and safety issues. |
MS/HS Parents Only MS/HS Students Only Session 2 |
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| 3The Choices We Make: Managing Life, Academics and Sports | Sharon Guck, MPH, Coordinator of Substance Abuse Prevention Programs Western CT State University, Western CT State University Students in the CHOICES program will discuss true stories about life after high school focusing on managing time and making good choices. JBHS student athletes and a member of the athletic staff will participate on the panel. | MS/HS parents and students | |
| 4Make the Right Choices: Healthy and Delicious Nutrition for Adolescents | Alice Smith, American Council on Exercise Certified Personal Trainer and CHEK Institute Holistic Life Coach. Alice will present real life information and guidance for eating healthy and feeding teens good food they will eat. |
MS/HS parents and students |
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| 5Keeping it Real: Freshmen and Sophomores | Daria Rockholz, PhD and Anne Kipp, director of JBHS guidance will focus on developing a sane approach to college prep that can begin right away. |
HS parents and students |
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| 6Keeping it Real: Juniors and Seniors | Daria Rockholz, PhD and Anne Kipp, director of JBHS guidance will present a positive game plan for playing the college admissions game. | HS parents and students Session 2 only |
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| 7Hold on Loosely, But Don’t Let Them Go | Thomas McMorran, Head of School, JBHS will present strategies for parents and students to assist in the successful transition to the High School |
MS parents and students Session 1 only |
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| 8Just Breathe: Stress Management for Adolescents | Pam Crowcroft, CADC and Michael Intemann, JBHS Health/PE teacher, will teach habits of mind and body for stress reduction. |
MS/HS students only | |
| 9Teen Depression: Signs, Symptoms and Hope | Charles Herrick, MD, Chairman of the Department of Behavioral Medicine at Danbury Hospital. Students and parents will learn to identify warning signs and strategies for helping those in need. |
MS/HS Parents Only Session 1 MS/HS Students Only Session 2 |
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| 10Walk The Line | Doug Fuchs, Police Chief, Redding and Elizabeth Driscoll Jorgensen, CADC, owner Insight Counseling will use “Foggles,” goggles that simulate the effects of alcohol on the brain, to demonstrate what it feels like to be under the influence of alcohol. Students will experience how drinking messes with your perception of things and discuss how this can impact behavior. |
MS/HS students only | |
| 11Under 21 and the Law: What If? | Attorney Betty Ann Rogers and Officer Anthony Signore will have a frank discussion of current laws on substance abuse, driving, sexuality and more. |
MS/HS students only Session 1 |
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| 12Parents Who Host Lose The Most | Attorney Betty Ann Rogers and Officer Anthony Signore will educate parents about safety and personal liability risks of serving alcohol at teen parties. They will also discuss driving laws and underage sex. |
MS/HS parents only Session 2 |
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| 13Look Ma- No Hands! | Karen Walant, Ph.D., author of “Creating the Capacity for Attachment” will teach parents how to stay connected while maintaining a healthy relationship with teens. | MS/HS parents only | |
| 14Bully Proofing Your Child | Leslie Cohen-Rubury, LCSW, clinician and parent educator. This workshop will focus on tools for teens that are being bullied. Identifying and helping the bully with his/her behavior will also be a part of the presentation. |
MS/HS Parents Only Session 1 MS/HS Students Only Session 2 |
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| 15The Perils of Privilege | Ken Magrath, PhD will discuss steps to protect your child from the risks of affluence. Frank discussion about unreal expectations and how to use our affluence to help, hot hurt kids. |
MS/HS Parents Only Session 2 | |
| 16Been There, Done That | Young, recovering addicts and staff from Mountainside Lodge will explain why it’s important not to start something that you can’t stop. If you think addiction isn’t possible when you’re young, think again. |
MS/HS Students Only | |
| 17Team Building through Adventure Programming | Jeffrey Brown, MA Therapeutic Recreation, Special Education Teacher, JBHS Mike Santangeli, Assistant Athletic Director, JBHS will take participants through a session on cooperation, collaboration, communication and trust. This workshop uses creative problem solving techniques, resourcefulness and risk taking. |
MS/HS Students Only | |
| 18Building the Bridge | Transition from Middle School to High School - This program addresses drug and alcohol use, academics, and the stress associated with high school. JBHS staff and current Barlow students. |
MS/HS Parents and Students | |
| Reserve Your Place by faxing form to 203-374-9182
or by sending an email to Dana Johnson. Call Maryanne Pieratti at Joel Barlow HS, 938-2508 x1524, with any questions. Please, no phone registrations. RSVP is due by May 17th. When registering, please list the name of each person attending, contact phone number and note 3 break-out session choices by number. The third will only be used if the first or second choice is full. |
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