This fall, West River Valley Thrives will be hosting a new program for local parents. This parent education curriculum, called Active Parenting of Teens, is an engaging, evidence-based program for parents of children ages 11-18 where parents learn about the issues unique to adolescence and the skills needed to parent their “tweens” and teens most effectively. This curriculum is an excellent opportunity for parents of teens entering 7th grade who are looking for information and guidance to help their child transition, as well as any parent interested in connecting with other parents and enhancing their parenting skills.
The program has six sessions, including information about styles of parenting, problem solving and communication, responsibility and discipline, building courage and self-esteem, drugs and violence, as well as development and sexuality. Classes will be held Thursdays October 1, 8, 22, 29 and November 5, 12 from 5:00-7:00pm at Leland and Gray. Free childcare will be made available with advanced notice and snacks will be provided. Interested parents should contact Katelynn Venne, Program Manager for West River Valley Thrives, at wrvtdirector@gmail.com or 802.365.4700.