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Shoestring is hosting a series of small parent workshops. See below for a list of the topics.

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Afterschool registration is now open!

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Parenting Tips

We all know that getting back into our school routines can be stressful. So we’ve have some self-care tips from we think will help.

Announcements

Afterschool registration is now open!

Come to Operation Shoestring office location:
331 Glendale Street
9:00am – 11:30am, 12:30pm – 5:00pm

Please bring the following:
Your child’s –

  • Birth certificate
  • Social security card
  • Health insurance number

Your –

  • Driver’s license
  • Proof of household income

Parent Handbook 2019-2020

Small Group Parent Workshops

August

Eating Healthy is a seven week program (introduction and survey, being sugar smart, spice, cooking demo I, cooking demo II, nutritional counseling, and potluck) that is geared towards supporting the parents by identifying what does healthy eating look like to them. This workshop serves a total of 25 parents.

Getting Fit is a six week training class of 20 parents for 1.5 hours that assist in helping to understand the value of “getting fit” and identify the many ways in which it supports the body not only physically, but mentally and emotionally as well. Each week we will focus on how getting fit allows you to sleep better, be more productive, keep the brain sharp, live longer, lower resting heart rate, strengthen bones, lower blood pressure, and prevent weight gain.

Homeownership workshops will work closely with parents who are homeowners or looking to purchase a home.

Principles of Advocacy workshops will be about learning a skill that will allow parents to understand their strengths and weaknesses, know what they need to succeed, and communicate that to other people using the six principles of advocacy.

Career Readiness workshops are for parents that are currently in the work force and who want to hone the skills that employers value.

Parenting Skills workshops will focus on helping parents continue developing their parenting skills.

Entrepreneurship workshops will focus on the developing qualities of a good entrepreneur in assisting our parents in the steps they need to take to start a new business.

Stress workshops will focus on the effects of stress and the benefits of stress management for physical and emotional wellbeing.

Savings Challenge workshops will help parents understand how saving money will help you become more financially secure and provide a safety net in the event of an emergency.

Back to School/What’s Your Next? Parents will participate in a series of hands-on learning workshops that will allow them to gain soft and basic skills to enter into the workforce.

Parenting Tips

We all know that getting back into our school routines can be stressful. So we’ve have some self-care tips from we think will help.

  1. Meditate – Even a quick 5-minute meditation can help you feel rejuvenated. If you are new to meditation, guided meditation might be a good option. There are many apps, websites, and audio files that can walk you through the steps of meditation.
  2. Listen to Music – Whether you find classical music soothing, or you prefer to dance to some 80s tunes, listening to music can be a great way to take care of yourself.
  3. Join a Book Club – A book club can serve several purposes. Joining a book club that meets in person will help you have regular social interaction, it will motivate you to set aside time to read, and it can help you have something to look forward to each week.
  4. Go for a walk – Exercise can be just as good for your mind as it is for your body. Though you might not always feel like you have time to hit the gym or to engage in an intense workout, fortunately, a brisk walk can be an excellent self-care strategy.
  5. Practice Mindfulness – Mindfulness programs or simply a daily mindfulness practice can help you become more present—this is key to fully savoring what’s going on right now.

Find these and more at verywellfamily.com

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