Session One 9:05 - 9:45 am
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Session Two 9:50 - 10:30 am
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Session Three 10:50 - 11:30 am
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Common Sense Media
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Presenter: Marcie Callicoat- Forest Glen LMC Director
Have you ever worried that your child is watching a movie or playing a video game that is not age appropriate? How do you find out ahead of time if the media they choose is fit for their maturity level? Learn how to navigate the Common Sense Media website for answers to these questions and you will soon realize it's easy to find the information you need to make quick parenting calls.
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Creating a Positive Digital FootprintREGISTER
Presenter: Christina Kellam- PBL Coach
Instead of telling our children all the things they SHOULD NOT be doing on the internet, let's encourage them to create a positive virtual representation of themselves online. They should publish their best writing, share their most creative photos, and build a digital portfolio that they can be proud of. |
Chromebooks, What's It All About?
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Presenter: Chris Abbott- Hadley LMC Director
Are you confused about how the Google platform is used with students in D41? Come to this session for an informative discussion. Bring your questions! |
Play in Early Childhood Education
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Presenter: Sue Rumsfield Clary-Westminster Preschool
Experience hands on, the importance of learning through play. A list of websites, print books and journal articles will also be shared to continue the learning experience outside of the session offering. This session is open to those working with children ages 2-5. |
A Growth Mindset at Home/School
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Presenters: Kelly Alswede- K-5 Reading and Math Assistant, Denise Capenigro- 7th Gr. Literacy, Teresa Shea- ESL
Your mindset influences almost everything you do! Let's talk about ways to promote and cultivate a positive growth mindset at home and at school. |
Redefining Class Participation
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Presenters: Robyn Naegelen- Mom of a 5th and 8th grader, Christina Kellam- PBL Coach
A discussion about recognizing that introverts "participate" differently. How do teachers perceive quiet students? Are kids seen as 'not participating fully' if they're not as vocal as other students? We will discuss the need to shift the thinking that students are not engaged if they're not raising their hands and talking. |
Middle School Mental Health 101
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Presenter: Dr. Becky Pérez- Hadley Psychologist
Talking to kids about their emotional well-being is important. Middle school can be a difficult transition for most children. Participants will learn about the signs and symptoms of anxiety and depression that exceed typical adolescent development. A discussion on what to look for and how to talk to children about mental health on a regular basis will help parents stay in tune with their children. |
Your Child As a Young Author!
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Presenter: Patricia Harte-Naus- 4/5 Literacy and Social Studies Teacher and author
Developing the good habits of writing will be the focus. Pattie will share her childhood experiences and how it led her to become a teacher and author of children's books. What can you do as a parent to promote the love of writing within your child? Pattie will share how your child can come up with ideas for writing, utilize the six traits for writing, use of journals, and introduce you to the Belden Boy Series and Writing Camp for young authors in Galena, IL. |
Art Tech
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Presenter: Frank Tomaszkiewicz- Hadley Art Technology Instructor
Representatives of the College of DuPage, Technology Center of DuPage, and Junior Achievement will share the stage in Hadley's award-winning Art Tech Lab. Parents can get the latest info on fast-track REAL career education and options now available in Hadley's Art Tech instructional program. |
Preparation For Guardianship
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Presenter: Maria Vichio- mother of an 18yr old Down Syndrome daughter and resource teachers aid
Are you prepared to be your child's guardian when they turn 18? Don't wait until your child is no longer a child to ask questions. We will go over when to file for SSI, how SSI determines who receives it, guardianship for your child and why you should have a lawyer for this. |
Drug Trends/School Safety
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Presenters: Officer Steve Miko and Mrs Carrie Miko
When is it time to talk about drugs with your children? This session will be an informal discussion about speaking with young people about the dangers of drugs and making good choices. We will discuss current drug trends, school safety, or whatever concerns you may have. |
Girl's Guide to Hadley/Glenbard West
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Presenters: Claire Tylke- Senior at West, Lauren Glavin- Senior at West, Karla Bonic- Senior at West, Maddie Howard- Senior at West
We will pose and answer questions surrounding how to help empower and support your daughter(s) as they navigate middle school and high school. |
Reading With Your Child Every Day
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Presenter: Kirk Samples- Benjamin Franklin Principal
Educational research has shown that reading aloud with children is the single most important activity for building eventual success in reading. We will discuss the "Why" and "How" of reading aloud, and share challenges and successes with this. |
What's New In YA Literature?
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Presenter: Chris Abbott- Hadley LMC Director
Want to know the latest trends in young adult literature? Need help finding the right books for your child? Come to find the answers! |
Middle School Philosophy/Decisions
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Presenters: Steve Diveley- Hadley Principal, Paul Gordon- Superintendent
We will discuss the decision-making of a middle school student and how this impacts parents and teachers. Also, at Grade Level 6, 7 and 8, what transitions happen in each grade level, and what can parents expect for their kids.
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emPOWering our girls
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Presenter: Hillary Shumate- Middle school teacher/PBL Coach, Danice McGrath- Hadley Parent/PTA
How do we empower young women with self-development tools, guidance, and support to build personal responsibility, leadership, and self- esteem? |
emPOWering our girls
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Presenter: Hillary Shumate- Middle school teacher/PBL Coach, Danice McGrath- Hadley Parent/PTA
How do we empower young women with self-development tools, guidance, and support to build personal responsibility, leadership, and self- esteem? |
Parent Involvement @ Glenbard West
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Presenter: Erica Nelson- President, District 41 Board of Education
Parent participation in high school offers a lens into the
life of your high school student and their friends. All kids need our involvement – and not only at their music programs or athletic
events but seeing us volunteering and supporting the parent education offered by the
administration. Parents are partners with their schools. Come and talk about the
many options available at high school for parent involvement and the importance
of parent’s voices in their child’s decision-making.
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