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Positive parenting program planned

 

Ettalong Public School is running a "Positive Parenting Program" for parents of children aged 2 to 10 years.

This program is designed for people who have children, or children in their care, and would like to develop a better relationship with them, as well as learn strategies to assist with the parenting role.

The cost for this course is $20, which includes a workbook and morning tea each week.

Child minding will be available at a cost of $5 per week per family.

The aim of program is to make parenting easier and more enjoyable.

This program offers suggestions, ideas and activities using positive parenting techniques.

Some topics covered in the four week program include causes of child behaviour problems, promoting children's development, high risk situations and implementing parenting routines.

This program will start on Thursday, October 17, from 9am to noon.

After the program, participants will receive four weekly phone follow-up consultations.

Anyone interested in attending this course should contact Liz McMinn for further information on 4341 3655.

School newsletter, September 26