City of Irvine – Staying Connected to Today’s Teen – March 27 – Wednesday
The City of Irvine, in partnership with the Irvine Prevention Coalition, is pleased to sponsor well-known adolescent psychologist Dr. Jerry Weichman to lead a community discussion about the impact positive social relationships have on a teenager’s mental health and physical well-being. The free community event at Irvine Civic Center is intended for parents of teenage children. It is presented with the support of Irvine Public Schools Foundation, Irvine Unified School District, and Parent Teacher Association.
Discussion topics will include:
- The state of teenagers — what are they thinking and doing, and why
- The newest trends and behaviors facing teens in Irvine
- Tips for building rapport, increasing communication, and gaining respect
- How to identify a teen in trouble, and the best ways to support them
- Ways to diffuse an escalated situation with a student
- Warning signs that everyone should be keeping an eye out for
- Effective mental health tools you can teach students/children
- Simple coping techniques to help you remain in control and maintain composure
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Coffee with Counselor – April 22 – Monday
Join us for coffee with the counselors!
Monday, April 22, 2019 8:30am – 9:15am Vista Verde MPR
Topic: Tips for Great Parent-Child Communication
IPSF Parents Appreciating Teachers & Staff (PATS)
Teachers and school staff play a special role in the lives of students and their parents. Each spring, families are invited to recognize the outstanding teachers and staff in Irvine schools by making a donation in their honor. Each teacher or staff member honored will enjoy receiving a recognition certificate, your personal message, and a special gift expressing your thanks during National Teacher Appreciation Week.
Donations made in honor of teachers and staff benefit the Innovative Grants Program which awards teachers grants to promote innovation in their classrooms. PATS is a meaningful way to show teachers, principals, office staff, nurses, health clerks, counselors, and custodians, that you and your child appreciate all they do!
Show Your Favorite Teachers How Much You Care – Order PATS Today! https://ipsf.net/forms/patsform/