2009-2010 Spring Semester - Charlotte

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2009-2010 Spring Semester
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Parent University Course Catalog
A partnership and promise between Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
and the families and community we serve.
Las clases de la Universidad de Padres también se ofrecen en
español. Vea las páginas 32 – 38 para la lista de clases en español.
P.O. Box 30035 • Charlotte, NC 28230
Phone: 980-343-0318 / Fax: 980-343-1338
www.cms.k12.nc.us • CMS TV
Parent University Course Guide
2009-2010 Spring
The most successful students are those whose parents are involved in their education.
These students tend to earn better grades, score higher on standardized tests, have
better attendance records and show a more positive attitude toward school.
Effective involvement happens when parents have access to information and
resources that encourage children to succeed. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
is offering CMS Parent University to help parents learn what they can do to
support their children’s academic success and well-being.
Parent University, which is a collaborative effort partnering with many agencies and
organizations throughout the area, is a dynamic compilation of free course offerings,
activities and resources in locations throughout the county. Parent University’s
offerings concentrate on four primary areas:
Strand I is Parenting Awareness. These offerings provide information that
can empower parents to raise confident, educated children ready for the 21st
century. Strengthening parents means strengthening children.
Strand II is Helping Your Child Learn in the 21st Century. These offerings
provide parents information about how they can support their children’s
academic opportunities and challenges today.
Strand III is Health and Wellness. These offerings support information
and activities to help families build healthy lifestyles physically as well as
emotionally.
Strand IV is Personal Growth and Development. These offerings will help
parents to grow personally and professionally, so they can become the most
effective advocates for their children.
Intérpretes de español pueden estar disponibles para los
cursos listados en las páginas 8 – 31.
Por favor pregúntele a la escuela acerca de los intérpretes.
Las clases que se ofrecen en español están listadas en las
páginas 32 – 38.
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A partnership and promise between Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and the families and community we serve.
Parent University Course Guide
2009-2010 Spring
Parent University “Knowledge on the Go”
Can’t make it to one of the courses listed in this catalog? Don’t worry, Parent
University delivers! We’ll bring the learning to you and your organization.
Parent University “Knowledge on the Go” offers a variety of workshops and learning
opportunities tailored to your group or organization. If your PTA, business, house
of worship, parent group, neighborhood or community organization would like to
schedule one of these workshops, please contact the CMS Family and Community
Services Department/Parent University at 980-343-0318 or email us at
[email protected].
Subjects include:
Bullying Prevention and Intervention – Learn more about the CMS
Bullying Policy and how to recognize, define and prevent bullying.
CMS 101 – Who we are, what we do, and what’s new in CMS.
Can We Talk? Effective Home/School Communication –
Keeping the lines of communication open between home
and school and holding effective parent-teacher conferences.
Gang Awareness – Found out how to keep youth from joining gangs,
understand the warning signs and learn about local resources.
Preparing for the End-of-Grade and End-of-Course tests – Learn more
about these state standardized tests, what they mean, why they are given,
and how you can help your child prepare.
The Importance of Parent Involvement – Find out why your involvement in
your child’s education is so important and what you can do at home and at
school to be an effective advocate for your child.
Building Study Skills – Learn strategies and techniques to help your child study
harder and focus more on their homework assignments.
Have a topic not listed here? Let us know your needs, and we’ll work with
you to provide a session through Parent University. Call 980-343-0318 or
email us at [email protected].
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2009-2010 Spring
Parent University Course Guide – Table of Contents by Course Title
Parent University Courses by Course Title
Course Title
Page #
n 21st Century Learning Skills –
What They Are and Why They Are Important...............................13
n Becoming Your Child’s Best and
Most Effective Advocate.................................................................13
n Building Study Skills and
Avoiding Homework Headaches.....................................................14
n Building Your Child’s Capacity for Success –
Why School Attendance Matters....................................................16
n Can We Talk? – Ways to Ensure Effective
Communication Between Home and School..................................17
n CMS Study Island – Technology You Can
Use at Home to Make Learning Fun!..............................................15
n Communities, Parents and Schools
Working Together to Prevent Bullying..............................................9
n Dads Matter: The Importance of Fathers in Education...................14
n Dealing with Stress During Difficult Times....................................30
n Effective Interviewing Skills............................................................29
n Effective Presentation Skills............................................................29
n Entrepreneurial Pursuits.................................................................31
n “Fractions...multiplication...division...”
A Guide to Doing Math at Home............................................ 20-21
n From Boys To Gentlemen:
Raising Young Men in the 21st Century.........................................11
n Gang Awareness................................................................................9
n Getting Started – An Overview of the ESL
and Adult High School Program at CPCC.....................................29
n Graduation Project.........................................................................22
n Guardians, Grandparents and Role-models!
Parenting Skills for the Non-Traditional Family..............................11
n Healthy Lifestyle/Healthy Weight:
What YOU Can Do.......................................................................26
n Helping Your High School Student
Prepare for College.........................................................................24
n Higher Education for the Working Adult.......................................30
n “How to Talk so Your Teen will Listen,
and Listen so Your Teen will Talk”..................................................11
n I’m Growing Up…
Transition to Preschool or Kindergarten.........................................19
n Increasing Natural Support Systems –
Finding the Fit for You and Your Kid..............................................12
n “It’s Not Your Father’s College Application” –
Helping Families Navigate the
College Admissions Process............................................................24
n Keeping Literacy Alive for Teens.....................................................17
n “Make it Count” – Ideas for Parents to
Make the Most of Storybook Reading............................................18
n Managing Behavior Through Positive Discipline............................10
n Managing Stress for Teens and Parents............................................28
n Meeting the Social and Emotional Needs
of Gifted Students..........................................................................16
n Meet Me in the Middle – Transitioning
from Elementary to Middle School.................................................19
n MoneySmart – Financial Literacy for Families................................31
n “Not My Kid…A Frank Discussion About What’s
Happening with Teens in Your Community”..................................26
n Parent/Caregiver Asthma Education...............................................26
n Parents and Teens Behind the Wheel..............................................27
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Course Title
Page #
n Parents Can Feel Confident Talking to Teens about Sex..................28
n Preparing for the High School Years –
Transitioning from Middle to High................................................21
n Preparing for the End-of-Grade
and End-of-Course Tests........................................................... 22-23
n Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten...........................................18
n Ready, Set, Read.............................................................................20
n Resources to Make Your Job Search Easier......................................31
n Sleep Well to Be Well.....................................................................28
n Staying One Step Ahead –
A Parent’s Guide to Youth Culture....................................................8
n Teens and Adolescents – An Owners’ Manual.................................10
n “The Good News… It’s Preventable” – Prevention
of Type 2 Diabetes in Children and Adolescents.............................27
n The Mind That’s Mine...................................................................12
n Top Ten New Things to Know About the Internet.........................31
n Understanding College Savings Programs.......................................25
n “Understanding Type I Diabetes” –
Making All Children Feel Welcome................................................27
n When to Worry When to Wait – Understanding
the Mental Health and Well-Being of Adolescents..........................27
Guía de Cursos de la Universidad de Padres –
Clases en Español......................................................................... 32-38
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Siempre Papá.........................................................................................32
CMS101................................................................................................32
Conciencia de la Existencia de las Pandillas............................................33
Aumentando los Sistemas Naturales de Apoyo –
Encontrando lo que Encajapara ti y para Tu Hijo...................................33
Sea el mejor y el más eficaz defensor de
los derechos de su hijo...........................................................................34
Creando Hábitos de Estudios y Evitando
Dolores de Cabeza con las Tareas...........................................................34
“Study Island” el sitio Web de las Escuelas de
Charlotte-Mecklenburg (CMS, por sus siglas en inglés):
¡Usted puede utilizar esta tecnología en casa para
aprender de una manera divertida!.........................................................35
“Haga que esto Cuente” – Ideas para que los
Padres Aprovechen Mejor el Tiempo de Lectura.....................................35
Nos vemos en la escuela media – La transición
de la escuela primaria a la media............................................................36
Cómo prepararse para los exámenes
finales del año escolar y los exámenes
finales de los cursos................................................................................36
Preparando a Su Hijo para el Kindergarten............................................37
Listos, En sus marcas, Lea......................................................................37
Tu Salud Mental Importa – Información
para las Familias que Hablan Español....................................................37
El control del estrés en los jóvenes
y sus padres............................................................................................38
Visión general de las leyes de equidad en la vivienda
(en idioma español)...............................................................................38
El comienzo - Una visión general del programa
de Inglés como Segundo Idioma (ESL) y el programa
de Estudios Secundarios (High School) para Adultos
en Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC)...............................38
Guía de Cursos de la Universidad de Padres –
Planilla de Registro – en Español......................................... 39-40
Parent University Registration Form........................................... 41-42
Parent University Accomplishments 2008-2009...............................43
Please check out our website for updated dates, times and locations at www.cms.k12.nc.us.
2009-2010 Spring
Parent University Course Guide – Table of Contents by Age Range
Parent University Courses by Age Range
Course Title
Page #
Course Title
Page #
2.5 to 5
6 to Young Adult
n I’m Growing Up…Transition to Preschool or Kindergarten......19
Why School Attendance Matters..............................................16
Communication Between Home and School............................17
0 to 5
Make the Most of Storybook Reading.......................................18
n Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten.....................................18
5 to 10
A Guide to Doing Math at Home....................................... 20-21
n Ready, Set, Read.......................................................................20
5 to 14
n Understanding College Savings Programs.................................25
5 to Young Adult
Use at Home to Make Learning Fun!........................................15
n Managing Behavior Through Positive Discipline.......................10
of Gifted Students.....................................................................16
6 to 10
from Elementary to Middle School...........................................19
0 to Young Adult
Most Effective Advocate............................................................13
n Building Study Skills and Avoiding Homework Headaches.......14
Working Together to Prevent Bullying........................................9
n Dads Matter: The Importance of Fathers in Education.............14
n Gang Awareness..........................................................................9
Parenting Skills for the Non-Traditional Family........................11
What YOU Can Do.................................................................26
Finding the Fit for You and Your Kid........................................12
n Sleep Well to Be Well................................................................28
of Type 2 Diabetes in Children and Adolescents.......................27
n The Mind That’s Mine.............................................................12
n Parent/Caregiver Asthma Education.........................................26
Making All Children Feel Welcome..........................................27
n Parenting Awareness Courses
n Helping Your Child Learn
in the 21st Century Courses
9 to Young Adult
and End-of-Course Tests..................................................... 22-23
11 to 14
What They Are and Why They Are Important..........................13
11 to Young Adult
Raising Young Men in the 21st Century...................................11
n Graduation Project...................................................................22
and Listen so Your Teen will Talk”.............................................11
n Keeping Literacy Alive for Teens...............................................17
n Managing Stress for Teens and Parents......................................28
Happening with Teens in Your Community”............................26
n Parents Can Feel Confident Talking to Teens about Sex............28
Transitioning from Middle to High..........................................21
A Parent’s Guide to Youth Culture..............................................8
n Teens and Adolescents – An Owners’ Manual...........................10
the Mental Health and Well-Being of Adolescents....................27
14 to Young Adult
n Helping Your High School Student
Prepare for College...................................................................24
Helping Families Navigate the College Admissions Process.......24
n Parents and Teens Behind the Wheel.........................................27
Adult
n Dealing with Stress During Difficult Times..............................30
n Effective Interviewing Skills......................................................29
n Effective Presentation Skills......................................................29
n Entrepreneurial Pursuits............................................................31
n Getting Started – An Overview of the ESL and
Adult High School Program at CPCC......................................29
n Higher Education for the Working Adult..................................30
n MoneySmart – Financial Literacy for Families..........................31
n Resources to Make Your Job Search Easier................................31
n Top Ten New Things to Know About the Internet....................31
n Health and Wellness Courses
n Personal Growth and
Development Courses
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2009-2010 Spring
Parent University Course Guide – Table of Contents by Date
Parent University Courses by Date
Date
1/5/2010
1/7/2010
1/8/2010
Course Title
Page #
nCommunities, Parents and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying........ 9
n“Fractions.multiplication.division.” A Guide to Doing Math at Home.......20-21
nGang Awareness................................................................................................. 9
nMeeting the Social and Emotional Needs of Gifted Students........................... 16
nReady, Set, Read............................................................................................... 20
n“Make it Count” – Ideas for Parents to
Make the Most of Storybook Reading.............................................................. 18
1/10/2010nCommunities, Parents and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying........ 9
1/11/2010nBecoming Your Child’s Best and Most Effective Advocate................................ 13
nCMS Study Island – Technology You Can
Use at Home to Make Learning Fun!............................................................... 15
1/12/2010nBuilding Study Skills and Avoiding Homework Headaches.............................. 14
nReady, Set, Read*............................................................................................. 20
nResources to Make Your Job Search Easier........................................................ 31
1/13/2010nHelping Your High School Student Prepare for College................................... 24
1/14/2010nBuilding Study Skills and Avoiding Homework Headaches*............................ 14
nDads Matter: The Importance of Fathers in Education.................................... 14
n“Fractions.multiplication.division.” A Guide to Doing Math at Home*......20-21
nMeet Me in the Middle – Transitioning from Elementary to Middle School.... 19
nMoneySmart – Financial Literacy for Families.................................................. 31
nParent/Caregiver Asthma Education................................................................. 26
nPreparing Your Child for Kindergarten............................................................ 18
nReady, Set, Read............................................................................................... 20
nStaying One Step Ahead – A Parent’s Guide to Youth Culture............................ 8
1/15/2010n“Make it Count” – Ideas for Parents to
nResources to Make Your Job Search Easier........................................................ 31
1/19/2010nCMS Study Island – Technology You Can
Use at Home to Make Learning Fun!*.............................................................. 15
n“How to Talk so Your Teen will Listen, and Listen so Your Teen will Talk”....... 11
nIncreasing Natural Support Systems – Finding the Fit for You and Your Kid.... 12
nManaging Behavior Through Positive Discipline.............................................. 10
nReady, Set, Read*............................................................................................. 20
1/27/2010nGraduation Project........................................................................................... 22
nPreparing for the End-of-Grade and End-of-Course Tests*..........................22-23
1/30/2010nEntrepreneurial Pursuits................................................................................... 31
2/1/2010 nBuilding Study Skills and Avoiding Homework Headaches.............................. 14
2/2/2010 nCMS Study Island – Technology You Can
nPreparing for the High School Years – Transitioning from Middle to High*..... 21
n“Understanding Type I Diabetes” – Making All Children Feel Welcome.......... 27
2/3/2010 nCMS Study Island – Technology You Can
2/4/2010 nBuilding Study Skills and Avoiding Homework Headaches*............................ 14
nReady, Set, Read............................................................................................... 20
nSleep Well to Be Well....................................................................................... 28
nWhen to Worry When to Wait – Understanding
the Mental Health and Well-Being of Adolescents............................................ 27
2/6/2010 nGetting Started – An Overview of the ESL and
Adult High School Program at CPCC............................................................. 29
2/7/2010 nManaging Behavior Through Positive Discipline.............................................. 10
2/8/2010 nBuilding Study Skills and Avoiding Homework Headaches.............................. 14
2/9/2010 nDealing with Stress During Difficult Times...................................................... 30
nHigher Education for the Working Adult......................................................... 30
nGraduation Project........................................................................................... 22
nIncreasing Natural Support Systems – Finding the Fit for You and Your Kid.... 12
n“It’s Not Your Father’s College Application” –
Helping Families Navigate the College Admissions Process.............................. 24
Date
Course Title
Page #
nReady, Set, Read............................................................................................... 20
nTeens and Adolescents – An Owners’ Manual.................................................. 10
2/16/2010n“Fractions.multiplication.division.” A Guide to Doing Math at Home.......20-21
nGraduation Project........................................................................................... 22
nKeeping Literacy Alive for Teens...................................................................... 17
nParents Can Feel Confident Talking to Teens about Sex................................... 28
nPreparing for the End-of-Grade and End-of-Course Tests...........................22-23
nReady, Set, Read............................................................................................... 20
2/17/2010nStaying One Step Ahead – A Parent’s Guide to Youth Culture............................ 8
nGang Awareness................................................................................................. 9
n“Not My Kid…A Frank Discussion About What’s
Happening with Teens in Your Community”................................................... 26
nParents Can Feel Confident Talking to Teens about Sex................................... 28
nReady, Set, Read*............................................................................................. 20
2/22/2010nPreparing for the End-of-Grade and End-of-Course Tests...........................22-23
nGuardians, Grandparents and Role-models!
Parenting Skills for the Non-Traditional Family............................................... 11
n“It’s Not Your Father’s College Application” –
nReady, Set, Read............................................................................................... 20
2/27/2010n“It’s Not Your Father’s College Application” –
3/2/2010 nMeeting the Social and Emotional Needs of Gifted Students........................... 16
nParents and Teens Behind the Wheel................................................................ 27
n“Understanding Type I Diabetes” – Making All Children Feel Welcome.......... 27
3/4/2010 nBecoming Your Child’s Best and Most Effective Advocate................................ 13
nManaging Behavior Through Positive Discipline*............................................ 10
nParents and Teens Behind the Wheel................................................................ 27
nPreparing for the High School Years – Transitioning from Middle to High...... 21
nReady, Set, Read............................................................................................... 20
n“The Good News… It’s Preventable” – Prevention
of Type 2 Diabetes in Children and Adolescents............................................... 27
3/8/2010 nThe Mind That’s Mine..................................................................................... 12
3/9/2010 n21st Century Learning Skills –
What They Are and Why They Are Important................................................. 13
nUnderstanding College Savings Programs......................................................... 25
nReady, Set, Read............................................................................................... 20
nBuilding Study Skills and Avoiding Homework Headaches.............................. 14
nEffective Presentation Skills.............................................................................. 29
nFrom Boys To Gentlemen: Raising Young Men in the 21st Century................ 11
nHelping Your High School Student Prepare for College................................... 24
nReady, Set, Read............................................................................................... 20
nHelping Your High School Student Prepare for College................................... 24
3/17/2010n“How to Talk so Your Teen will Listen, and Listen so Your Teen will Talk”....... 11
nManaging Stress for Teens and Parents............................................................. 28
Date
Course Title
* Two (2) or more locations offered on this date.
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nThe Mind That’s Mine..................................................................................... 12
3/19/2010nMeet Me in the Middle – Transitioning from Elementary to Middle School.... 19
3/25/2010nGang Awareness................................................................................................. 9
3/26/2010nManaging Stress for Teens and Parents............................................................. 28
nReady, Set, Read............................................................................................... 20
3/30/2010nCan We Talk? – Ways to Ensure Effective
Communication Between Home and School................................................... 17
4/1/2010 n“Fractions.multiplication.division.” A Guide to Doing Math at Home.......20-21
4/8/2010 nEffective Interviewing Skills............................................................................. 29
4/14/2010nHealthy Lifestyle/Healthy Weight: What YOU Can Do................................... 26
4/15/2010nManaging Behavior Through Positive Discipline.............................................. 10
nTop Ten New Things to Know About the Internet........................................... 31
4/18/2010nEffective Interviewing Skills............................................................................. 29
nMeet Me in the Middle – Transitioning from Elementary to Middle School*... 19
nPreparing Your Child for Kindergarten*........................................................... 18
nReady, Set, Read............................................................................................... 20
nBuilding Your Child’s Capacity for Success –
Why School Attendance Matters...................................................................... 16
4/29/2010nIncreasing Natural Support Systems – Finding the Fit for You and Your Kid.... 12
nPreparing Your Child for Kindergarten*........................................................... 18
5/2/2010 n“How to Talk so Your Teen will Listen, and Listen so Your Teen will Talk”....... 11
5/3/2010 nMeet Me in the Middle – Transitioning from Elementary to Middle School.... 19
5/6/2010 nHealthy Lifestyle/Healthy Weight: What YOU Can Do................................... 26
nI’m Growing Up…Transition to Preschool or Kindergarten............................. 19
nThe Mind That’s Mine..................................................................................... 12
5/11/2010nDealing with Stress During Difficult Times...................................................... 30
nStaying One Step Ahead – A Parent’s Guide to Youth Culture............................ 8
5/26/2010nPreparing Your Child for Kindergarten............................................................ 18
Please check out our website for updated dates, times and locations at www.cms.k12.nc.us.
2009-2010 Spring
Parent University Course Guide – Table of Contents by Location
Parent University Courses by Location (identified by CMS Learning Community)
Course Title
Page #
Achievement Zone
Most Effective Advocate..................................................13
n Building Study Skills and Avoiding
Homework Headaches....................................................14
Working Together to Prevent Bullying...............................9
n Dealing with Stress During Difficult Times.....................30
A Guide to Doing Math at Home..............................20-21
Raising Young Men in the 21st Century..........................11
n Helping Your High School Student Prepare for College...24
Central
Use at Home to Make Learning Fun!...............................15
n Dealing with Stress During Difficult Times.....................30
n Entrepreneurial Pursuits..................................................31
n Getting Started – An Overview of the ESL and
Adult High School Program at CPCC.............................29
n Graduation Project..........................................................22
Parenting Skills for the Non-Traditional Family...............11
What YOU Can Do........................................................26
and Listen so Your Teen will Talk”...................................11
Finding the Fit for You and Your Kid..............................12
Make the Most of Storybook Reading.............................18
n Managing Stress for Teens and Parents.............................28
of Gifted Students...........................................................16
from Elementary to Middle School..................................19
and End-of-Course Tests............................................22-23
n Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten............................18
n Ready, Set, Read..............................................................20
A Parent’s Guide to Youth Culture.....................................8
n Teens and Adolescents – An Owners’ Manual..................10
n Understanding College Savings Programs........................25
Making All Children Feel Welcome.................................27
East
Finding the Fit for You and Your Kid..............................12
College Admissions Process.............................................24
n Managing Behavior Through Positive Discipline.............10
Happening with Teens in Your Community”...................26
n Parenting Awareness Courses
Course Title
n Parent/Caregiver Asthma Education................................26
Transitioning from Middle to High.................................21
n Ready, Set, Read..............................................................20
n Sleep Well to Be Well......................................................28
n The Mind That’s Mine....................................................12
North
What They Are and Why They Are Important................13
Why School Attendance Matters.....................................16
Communication Between Home and School...................17
n Gang Awareness................................................................9
n Higher Education for the Working Adult........................30
n Keeping Literacy Alive for Teens......................................17
n Parents and Teens Behind the Wheel...............................27
n Resources to Make Your Job Search Easier.......................31
Northeast
n Dads Matter: The Importance of Fathers in Education....14
n Effective Interviewing Skills.............................................29
n Gang Awareness................................................................9
College Admissions Process.............................................24
n Ready, Set, Read..............................................................20
n Helping Your Child Learn
Page #
in the 21st Century Courses
Course Title
Page #
of Type 2 Diabetes in Children and Adolescents..............27
Making All Children Feel Welcome.................................27
South
n Gang Awareness................................................................9
What YOU Can Do........................................................26
n I’m Growing Up…
Transition to Preschool or Kindergarten..........................19
n Parent/Caregiver Asthma Education................................26
n Parents and Teens Behind the Wheel...............................27
n Parents Can Feel Confident
Talking to Teens about Sex..............................................28
n Ready, Set, Read..............................................................20
n Resources to Make Your Job Search Easier.......................31
the Mental Health and Well-Being of Adolescents...........27
West
n Effective Interviewing Skills.............................................29
n Effective Presentation Skills.............................................29
n MoneySmart – Financial Literacy for Families.................31
n Parents Can Feel Confident
Talking to Teens about Sex..............................................28
n Ready, Set, Read..............................................................20
A Parent’s Guide to Youth Culture.....................................8
n Top Ten New Things to Know About the Internet..........31
n Understanding College Savings Programs........................25
n Health and Wellness Courses
n Personal Growth and
Development Courses
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2009-2010 Spring
Parent University Course Guide – Parenting Awareness • Strand I
Parenting Awareness
Strand I
These offerings provide information that can empower parents to raise confident,
educated children ready for the 21st century. Strengthening parents means strengthening children.
Description:
Staying One Step Ahead –
A Parent’s Guide to Youth Culture
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
11 to Young Adult
Free
CMPD Families Allowing Intervention To Heal
(The FAITH Initiative)
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/14/2010 Coulwood Middle 500 Kentberry Drive
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/17/2010 Myers Park High School
2400 Colony Road
Charlotte, NC 28209
6:00pm –
7:30pm
5/20/2010 Morgan School
700 E. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28202
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Today’s children are more technologically savvy than their parents.
They also have unlimited access to information that parents are not
aware of. This course is designed to educate parents and caregivers of
the challenges facing their children in today’s culture.
Learning Objectives:
As a result of this workshop, participants will:
1. Identify key elements of youth culture
2. Gain communication strategies to be better equipped to discuss
sensitive topics with children
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of adolescents
I have been attending several of the
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Parent University classes since my daughter
started middle school in August. I am
thrilled by the variety of courses offered,
the times when they are offered, and most
of all - by the quality of the sessions. I am
a trainer by profession and quite discerning
about workshops. I think your course
offerings are superior.
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— CMS Parent
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The Mecklenburg County System
of Care Training Institute –
We’re here for you!
Mecklenburg County System of Care Training
Institute offers courses to the public. To
learn more about the courses and the benefits
of participating in the Training Institute,
check out the MeckCARES website at
www.Meckcares.org or call 704-432-4592.
2009-2010 Spring
Communities, Parents and Schools
Working Together to Prevent Bullying
2/25/2010 Druid Hills Elementary
2801 Lucena Street Charlotte, NC 28206
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
3/4/2010
Steele Creek Elementary 4100 Gallant Lane, Rt. 2 Charlotte, NC 28273
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/9/2010
Randolph Middle 4400 Water Oak Road Charlotte, NC 28211
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/12/2010 Ballantyne Elementary
15425 Scholastic Lane Charlotte, NC 28277
6:00pm –
7:30pm
0 to Young Adult
Free
CMS-Family & Community Services
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/5/2010
Barnette Elementary
13659 Beatties Ford Road Huntersville, NC 28078
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/7/2010
University Meadows Elementary
1600 Pavilion Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28262
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/10/2010 Muslim American Society
4301 Shamrock Drive Charlotte, NC 28215
5:00pm –
6:30pm
1/21/2010 Joseph W. Grier Academy
8330 Grier Road Charlotte, NC 28215
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/26/2010 Cornelius Elementary 21126 Catawba Avenue Cornelius, NC 28031
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/18/2010 Bishop Spaugh Community Academy
1901 Herbert Spaugh Lane Charlotte, NC 28208
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of children of all ages
Description:
This session will present an overview of the CMS Bully Prevention
Policy and provide helpful information on how to recognize, define,
and prevent bullying.
1. Identify bullying behavior
2. Explore the causes and types
3. Be able to teach children bully resistance, coping and
reporting techniques
Gang Awareness
Parent-Teen Dialogues
Young Lives on the Edge
Documentary
Young Lives on the Edge is a documentary that
chronicles the real life stories of four youth
from Charlotte who have faced some of life’s
toughest challenges including substance abuse,
violence, physical abuse, family dysfunction,
and other issues. The parent-teen dialogue will
allow parents and teens to ponder, discuss, and
consider solutions.
March 11, 2010 • 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Garinger High School (1100 Eastway Drive)
April 20, 2010 • 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
West Charlotte High School (2219 Senior Drive)
For more information:
www.urbanleaguecc.org
www.cms.k12.nc.us
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
0 to Young Adult
Free
Pre-K 12 Support Services
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/7/2010
Montclaire Elementary
5801 Farmbrook Drive
Charlotte, NC 28210
(Spanish translation available)
6:00pm –
7:30pm
2/18/2010
Blythe Elementary
12202 Hambright Road
Huntersville, NC 28079
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/25/2010 Turning Point Academy
2300 W Sugar Creek Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Description:
Criminal street gangs are one of our nation’s most serious problems.
Charlotte’s gang problem is small compared to other cities, but it’s
rapidly growing. New members are recruited everyday and many
become career criminals.
1. Find out how to keep your child from joining a gang
2. Understand the warning signs of gang activity
3. Get information and resources if your child is already in a gang
Classes are limited to 30 participants, unless otherwise noted.
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2009-2010 Spring
Managing Behavior Through
Positive Discipline
3/11/2010 Walter G. Byers Elementary 1415 Hamilton Street
Charlotte, NC 28206
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
15425 Scholastic Lane
Charlotte, NC 28277
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/18/2010 Lake Wylie Elementary
13620 Erwin Road
Charlotte, NC 28273
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/15/2010 Jewish Family Services Center
5007 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC 28277
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/29/2010 Oakdale Elementary 1825 Oakdale Road Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Date(s)
5 to Young Adult
Free
CMS Family and Community Services
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/21/2010 Plaza Road Pre-K
1000 Anderson Street Charlotte, NC 28205
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/4/2010
Reedy Creek Elementary 10801 Plaza Road Extension
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/7/2010
Muslim American Society
4301 Shamrock Drive
Charlotte, NC 28210
5:00pm –
6:30pm
2/16/2010 Barnette Elementary
13659 Beatties Ford Road
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/23/2010 Stoney Creek Elementary 14015 Mallard Roost Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/4/2010
Montclaire Elementary 5801 Farmbrook Drive
Charlotte, NC 28210
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/4/2010
Smithfield Elementary 3200 Smithfield Church Road
Charlotte, NC 28210
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of elementary and adolescent age children
Description:
Interactive, participative workshop to help parents manage behavior
through positive discipline techniques.
1. Be able to identify age appropriate behavior
2. Redirect behaviors appropriately
3. Modify techniques based on age of child
Teens and Adolescents – An Owners’ Manual
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
CMS TV
Date(s)
11 to Young Adult
Free
Mecklenburg County 4H
Location(s)
2/11/2010 Northwest School of the Arts 1415 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
Time(s)
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Weekends – 6:00 pm & 9:00 pm
Parents Connect aligns parents with resources and
information to help them better understand and support
their children’s education and social development.
Parents Connect connects parents with students,
teachers, school/PTA, the district, and the community.
Parents Connect crosses all socio-economic and racial
backgrounds, and all grade levels.
Description:
Understanding what makes teens tick is the first step to successful
relationships. This interactive class will help you decode the mystery
that is your teen.
1. Get useful information regarding the physical, social,
emotional and intellectual development of teens
2. Get strategies to connect with teens where they are while helping
them navigate the transition into adulthood
In connection with Parent University, the district’s
effort to provide ongoing parent training, information,
and support, Parents Connect helps increase parental
involvement in the education process. The show airs
weekends at 6:00 and 9:00pm on CMS TV.
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2009-2010 Spring
From Boys To Gentlemen:
Raising Young Men in the 21st Century
“How to Talk so Your Teen will Listen,
and Listen so Your Teen will Talk”
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
11 to Young Adult
Free
The Gentlemen’s Institute
Location(s)
Time(s)
3/11/2010 Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School 500 Bilmark Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28213
10:30am –
Noon
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of adolescent boys
Description:
This course explores the fundamentals of etiquette, chivalry and the
importance of developing and maintaining a positive image as it relates
to young men in the 21st century. Participants will be engaged in hands
on activities that can be easily incorporated in the home setting.
1. Get an overview of basic dining etiquette, social etiquette, public
speaking, chivalry and attire
2. Learn how to use parental modeling, coaching and demonstration
as teaching tools
Guardians, Grandparents and Role-models!
Parenting Skills for the Non-Traditional Family
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
0 to Young Adult
Free
CMS Family & Community Services
Location(s)
Time(s)
700 E. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28202
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Non-traditional parents and caregivers of children of all ages
Description:
This course is designed to define the Roles, Rights and Responsibility
of all parents. Quality time will be spent on the unique challenges
of non-traditional parenting and techniques parents can use to face
barriers that reduce opportunities to help children succeed at home, at
school and in life.
1. Understand the important role they play in their child’s
development despite the biological connection
2. Learn about resources, support groups and organizations available
to provide assistance
Date(s)
11 to Young Adult
Free
Leslie Palmer, Founder/CEO
Quest Teen Leadership
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/19/2010 Bailey Middle
11900 Bailey Road Cornelius, NC 28031
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/28/2010 Harding University High
2001 Alleghany Street Charlotte, NC 28208
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/17/2010 Myers Park High School
2400 Colony Road Charlotte, NC 28209
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/22/2010 Turning Point Academy
2300 W Sugar Creek Road Charlotte, NC 28262
6:30pm –
8:00pm
5/2/2010
5:00pm –
6:30pm
4301 Shamrock Drive Charlotte, NC 28215
Target Audience:
Description:
This mini-course will offer parents an opportunity to not only learn,
but experience the valuable skill of generous listening. Taking the time
to not only listen to the words, but the message behind the words of
their teens. From the teen’s perspective, when they feel heard, truly
heard, their natural tendency is to relax and share. Maybe not in that
exact moment, but somewhere when you might least expect it.
1. Understand, experience and practice generous listening
techniques
2. Gain useful information about effective communication with
young people
I’m a true Parent University fan. I’ve
“
attended lots of classes and have learned
more than I ever thought I would in each
session. The program has provided me with
practical tips and suggestions that I can
use at home. I realize now the impact I can
have on my child’s success in school.
”
— CMS Parent
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2009-2010 Spring
Increasing Natural Support Systems –
Finding the Fit for You and Your Kid
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
The Mind That’s Mine
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
0 to Young Adult
Free
WOTP PROGRAMS
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/21/2010 Lebanon Road Elementary
7300 Lebanon Road Charlotte, NC 28227
5:30pm –
7:00pm
2/11/2010 Sedgefield Elementary
715 Hartford Avenue Charlotte, NC 28209
6:30pm –
8:00pm
700 E. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202
6:30pm –
8:00pm
0 to Young Adult
Free
Jennifer Parker, Consultant
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
3/8/2010
Morehead Elementary 7810 Neal Road Charlotte, NC 28262
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/18/2010 Coulwood Middle 500 Kentberry Drive Charlotte, NC 28214
6:30pm –
8:00pm
5/6/2010
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Montclaire Elementary 5801 Farmbrook Drive Charlotte, NC 28210
Target Audience:
Parents, Grandparents, Caregivers, Tutors, Mentors
Target Audience:
Description:
Description:
This course provides a “roadmap” or path to help youth and families
move through the process of understanding their behavioral needs. The
program explores drivers that may cause youth to act out.
1. Understand what is developmentally appropriate behavior
2. Learn how to identify the causes behind certain inappropriate
behaviors
3. Receive information about available resources and assistance
Parents and caregivers explore how their own minds work by
developing their own neuro-development profiles using hands-on
activities, lecture and discussion.
1. Understand the 8 neuro-developmental constructs of the brain
2. Understand how careers, personal interests and hobbies may have
evolved
3. Learn how to support their child’s learning style
A Documentary Your Whole Family Will Want to See!
In Our Words
– presented by the Junior League of Charlotte
Thursday, May 20, 2009 • 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Coulwood Middle School • 500 Kentberry Drive • Charlotte, NC 28214
Experience the stories of five families, their
challenges and their struggles in life. From
dealing with your father being deployed to
Iraq to watching your mother lose the battle to
cancer, these young people candidly discuss
how they have handled grief, anxiety, stress and
loss. Following the documentary, students and
parents will have an opportunity to engage in
an open dialogue about these mental health
issues affecting our youth today.
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• Identify relevant and powerful ways to address issues
of loss, grief, distress, anxiety, abuse and neglect
• Understand that positive change and hope are
possible for all families dealing with similar struggles
• Facilitate ongoing dialogue among the community,
its leaders, and families regarding mental health
needs of our children
Parent University Course Guide – Helping Your Child Learn in the 21st Century • Strand II
2009-2010 Spring
Helping Your Child Learn in the 21st Century
Strand II
These offerings provide parents information about how they can support their
children’s academic opportunities and challenges today.
21st Century Learning Skills –
What They Are and Why They Are Important
Becoming Your Child’s Best and
Most Effective Advocate
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
11 to 14
Free
Citizen Schools
0 to Young Adult
Free
Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center (ECAC)
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
3/9/2010
First Baptist Church – Huntersville
119 North Statesville Road
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/11/2010
Mecklenburg County Caregiver Program – DSS
3205 Freedom Drive
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/11/2010
Sedgefield Elementary 715 Hartford Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28209
(Spanish interpretation available)
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/4/2010
Tuckaseegee Elementary 2028 Little Rock Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Target Audience:
Parents, teachers, and after school care providers of middle school
students
Description:
School isn’t like it used to be and neither is society. Students must be
prepared for a global society work environment. This requires new ways
of approaching learning. Participants will learn history and background
of the term 21st Century Learning Skills or New Basic Skills.
Participants will then learn 21st Century Skills and be exposed to ways
these skills can be integrated into after school and extended learning
opportunities. Participants will then be taught strategies and methods
to advocate for increased emphasis and integration of 21st Century
skills in their communities.
1. Become aware of and understand 21st Century learning
opportunities available to CMS students in after school extended
learning programs
2. Be able to identify 21st Century learning skills and advocate for
their children to ensure they are exposed to these skills
2001 Alleghany Street
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/16/2010 Midwood High
1817 Central Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/27/2010 Phillip O. Berry High 1430 Alleghany Street
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
All parents and caregivers
Description:
Strong advocacy skills are critical as you work to ensure your child
benefits from his/her education. Learn the steps to help you effectively
advocate for your child’s needs. Remember, you are an equal partner in
your child’s education.
1. Understand the importance of parent involvement and
the critical need to be involved in the education process
2. Learn the steps to effectively advocate for your child
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2009-2010 Spring
Dads Matter: The Importance
of Fathers in Education
2/4/2010
Charlotte, NC 28210
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
2/4/2010
Torrence Creek Elementary
14550 Ranson Road
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/4/2010
Whitewater Elementary
11600 White Rapids Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:00pm –
7:30pm
2/8/2010
E.E. Waddell High
7030 Nations Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28217
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Date(s)
0 to Young Adult
Free
Location(s)
1/14/2010 David Cox Elementary
4215 David Cox Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
Time(s)
9:00am –
10:00am
Target Audience:
Fathers with children of all ages
Description:
This interactive workshop will help fathers and other male role models/
mentors understand the important role they play in their child’s
education. The class will help fathers identify age appropriate behaviors
and how to build a strong relationship with their boys or young teens.
Whether you live with or away from your child - “Dads Matter”
1. Learn why being involved makes a difference in a child’s life
2. Receive tips and strategies on how to get involved
3. Learn more about ways to get involved at school and at home
with their child.
Building Study Skills and
Avoiding Homework Headaches
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
0 to Young Adult
Free
Jennifer Parker, consultant, and CMS Family and
Community Services Department
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/12/2010 Piney Grove Elementary
8801 Eaglewind Drive
Charlotte, NC 28212
6:30pm –
8:00pm
715 Hartford Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28209
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/14/2010 Hornets Nest Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/14/2010 Davidson Elementary
635 South Street
Davidson, NC 28036
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/28/2010 Villa Heights Elementary
800 Everett Place
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:00pm –
7:30pm
1/28/2010 Reedy Creek Elementary
10801 Plaza Road Extension
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:00pm –
7:30pm
2/1/2010
6:30pm –
8:00pm
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Jay M. Robinson Middle
5925 Ballantyne Commons Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28277
7300 Lebanon Road
Charlotte, NC 28227
5:30pm –
7:00pm
2/18/2010 Morehead Elementary
7810 Neal Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
6:00pm –
7:30pm
2/18/2010 River Oaks Academy
1015 Mt. Holly Huntersville Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/11/2010 J.W. Grier Elementary
8330 Grier Road
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Charlotte, NC 28277
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/18/2010 Lake Wylie Elementary
13620 Erwin Road
Charlotte, NC 28273
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/24/2010 Friendship Missionary Baptist Church
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/13/2010 Barnette Elementary
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents and caretakers of students in elementary, middle, and high
school
Description:
Unfortunately, most children are not born with a set of study skills.
They must be learned and developed over time. School becomes easier
when children and teens are given structure and habits to help them
deal with academic work. This interactive, hands-on workshop offers
parents strategies for organizing time, materials and mental effort at
home in order to decrease stress and enhance learning.
1. Learn how to help their children organize their time and materials
to study
2. Better understand their children and the best study habits and
strategies for them
2009-2010 Spring
CMS Study Island – Technology You Can
Use at Home to Make Learning Fun!
3/23/2010 Pawtuckett Elementary 8701 Moores Chapel Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
4/16/2010 Northwest School of the Arts 1415 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:00pm –
7:30pm
5 to Young Adult
Free
Study Island representative
Time(s)
Target Audience:
1/11/2010 Kennedy Middle School 4000 Gallant Lane
Charlotte, NC 28273
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Description:
1/14/2010 Sterling Elementary 9601 China Grove Church Road
Pineville, NC 28134
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/19/2010 Clear Creek Elementary 13501 Albemarle Road
Charlotte, NC 28227
6:00pm –
7:30pm
1/19/2010 Mountain Island Elementary 7905 Pleasant Grove Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:00pm –
7:30pm
1/28/2010 Collinswood Elementary 4000 Applegate Road
Charlotte, NC 28209
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/2/2010
Lansdowne Elementary 6400 Prett Court
Charlotte, NC 28270
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/2/2010
Morehead Elementary 7810 Neal Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
6:00pm –
7:30pm
2/3/2010
Olympic High 4301 Sandy Porter Road
Charlotte, NC 28273
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Raising successful young leaders
2/4/2010
University Meadows Elementary 1600 Pavilion Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28262
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2010 Young Black Males (YBM)
Leadership Conference
2/4/2010
University Park Elementary 2400 Hildebrand Street
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Date(s)
Location(s)
2/11/2010 Winding Springs Elementary 6601 Horace Mann Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
6:00pm –
7:30pm
2/18/2010 Tuckaseegee Elementary 2028 Little Rock Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:00pm –
7:30pm
2/23/2010 Myers Park High 2400 Colony Road
Charlotte, NC 28209
6:00pm –
7:30pm
2/25/2010 Reedy Creek Elementary 10801 Plaza Road Extension
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/23/2010 Olde Providence Elementary 3800 Rea Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Parents, teachers, caregivers and after school care teachers
Study Island is an online product used in CMS to help students master
the standards specific to their grade. Parents receive a login name and
password from their school. From there, students can take pre-tests,
study various topics, and take post-tests. The system also has a game
mode that makes learning fun. Participants will learn more about this
new way to reinforce learning at home.
1. Understand this online product and how it’s being used at school
to help students with their coursework and homework
2. Become familiar with how this product can be used at home
to help students take pre-tests, study various topics as outlined in
the North Carolina Standard Course of Study, and take post-tests
Age: 14 to 18 • Cost: Free
Presented by: YBM Leadership Alliance
The YBM Leadership Conference is the premier
leadership conference for young black men between the
ages of 14 and 18 and their parents. The conference
will focus on character development and leadership
skills for young men and provide parents with tools and
techniques for raising successful young leaders.
• Gain a basic understanding of the
7 habits of highly effective teens
• Develop a customized game plan for life
• Enjoy lunch with various career professionals
March 13, 2010 • 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
9201 University City Boulevard • Charlotte, NC 28223
For more information: www.ybmleadership.com
Registration begins February 1.
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2009-2010 Spring
Building Your Child’s Capacity for Success –
Why School Attendance Matters
Meeting the Social and Emotional Needs
of Gifted Students
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
6 to Young Adult
Free
CMS School Social Work Department
Location(s)
4/27/2010 First Baptist Church – Huntersville
Time(s)
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of youth with chronic attendance and truancy
problems
Description:
This course provides families with information on the NC school
attendance law and CMS’ expectations regarding school attendance.
Activities will help parents/guardians access the root causes of their
children’s excessive absences/truant behavior. The course is intended to
help parents/guardians know what is expected of them by providing a
toolkit of resources designed to change student behavior. Parents will be
empowered to help their children be better students and achieve greater
success.
1. Understand the North Carolina Attendance Laws and the
consequences of not adhering to these laws
4. Become aware of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools’ expectations
and how families and the school can partner together for student
success
5. Understand the root causes of truant behavior and absences and
how to help your child become successful in school
5 to Young Adult
Free
CMS Talent Development/Advanced Studies/
AVID Office
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/7/2010
Elizabeth Lane Elementary
121 Elizabeth Lane
Matthews, NC 28105
7:00pm –
8:30pm
1/12/2010 Davidson IB Middle
251 South Street
Davidson, NC 28036
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/18/2010 Highland Creek Elementary
7242 Highland Creek Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28269
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/2/2010
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Mountain Island Elementary
7905 Pleasant Grove Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
800 Everette Place
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:00pm –
7:30pm
4/15/2010 Tuckaseegee Elementary
2028 Little Rock Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of gifted and high ability students
Description:
This course will cover some of the major social and economic issues
facing gifted students including but not limited to overachieving,
perfectionism, underachieving, and asynchronous development. A
particular focus will be on how parents can help their students with
these issues both at home and in school.
“
I can’t thank Parent University enough
for the support I’ve received. I appreciate
you coming to the Salvation Army Center
of Hope each week to offer workshops for
parents. I know it’s my responsibility to be
an advocate for my child. My son started
kindergarten this year, and this program
has helped me feel more confident as a
parent and a partner in his education.
”
— CMS mother
1. Gain a better understanding of the social and emotional
issues and concerns facing today’s gifted child.
2. Determine different strategies that parents and families
can use to help students with these issues.
3 Become stronger advocates for their child’s needs both
academically and emotionally
NEW! – Can’t make it to a Parent University
workshop but want to get the information?
Check out our Online Courses and Course
Presentations and Handouts
Select Parent University courses are going online. Over the
next semester, you’ll find some of the most popular courses offered
on the Parent University website at www.cms.k12.nc.us
Click on the parent link at the top and then on
Parent University – look for the red bars to the left –
1. online modules informational videos
2. course presentations and handouts.
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Keeping Literacy Alive for Teens
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
11 to Young Adult
Free
CMS administration - Curriculum and
Instruction
Location(s)
Time(s)
2/16/2010 JM Alexander Middle School
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of middle and early high school students
Description:
Want to know how to keep your teenager interested in reading?
Need tips and suggestions on building vocabulary and reading
comprehension? This workshop will offer strategies for keeping the
love of learning going among teens and tweens.
1. Learn key strategies to enhance literacy at home
2. Find out about ways to make reading more engaging and fun for
teenagers
3. Discover resources in CMS and the community to support
reading among teenagers
2009-2010 Spring
Can We Talk? – Ways to Ensure Effective
Communication Between Home and School
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
5 to Young Adult
Free
Department
Location(s)
3/30/2010 First Baptist Church – Huntersville
Time(s)
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of elementary, middle, and high school students
Description:
Keeping the lines of communication open between home and school
is critical to your child’s success in school. This workshop will offer
parents tips and suggestions on ways to stay in touch with the school
and keep the conversations going throughout the year. Parents will
receive information on how to prepare for successful parent-teacher
conferences.
1. Understand the importance of communicating with your school
2. Gain skills to help make communication between home and
school more effective
3. Understand how to request and prepare for conferences
4. Know when to request a parent-teacher conference
Don’t miss this!
CMS Annual Magnet Fair
Learn more about magnet school options in CMS
and talk with representatives from the magnet
school office and various departments in the
school system. Families can learn about the magnet
lottery process and key dates and deadlines.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology
When I first heard about Parent University, I thought ‘I’m a good parent –
“
I don’t really need those classes.’ But it’s not about being a good parent, it’s about learning
something new, and we all need that! I am a huge fan of Parent University and the diverse course
offerings the program provides. There’s something for every parent through Parent University.
”
— CMS PTA President and
PTA Executive Council Member
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“Make it Count” – Ideas for Parents to
Make the Most of Storybook Reading
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
0 to 5
Free
CMS Pre-K Program
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/8/2010
Hidden Valley Elementary
5100 Snow White Lane
Charlotte, NC 28213
(offered in Spanish and English)
10:00am –
11:30am
715 Hartford Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28209
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/28/2010 Druid Hills Elementary
2801 Lucena Street
Charlotte, NC 28206
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/18/2010 Plaza Road Pre-K
1000 Anderson Street
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/16/2010 University Park Elementary
2400 Hildebrand Street
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:00pm –
7:30pm
1/28/2010 Ashley Park Elementary
2401 Belfast Drive
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of pre-kindergarten and kindergarten-aged
students
Description:
This session is an interactive, participatory workshop to help parents
become more comfortable with reading at home. Parents will have the
opportunity to learn the importance of their involvement in interactive
read-alouds to children. Parents will also learn strategies to create
learning opportunities that are fun for the child and also for the family.
1. Learn the following strategies to enhance literacy at home
– emphasizing vocabulary words, stop and point letter
correspondence, picture walks, and predictions about the story
2009-2010 Spring
Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
0 to 5
Free
CMS Pre-K program and
Child Care Resources, Inc.
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/14/2010 Winding Springs Elementary
6601 Horace Mann Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/25/2010 Sharon United Methodist Church
4411 Sharon Road
Charlotte, NC 28211
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/14/2010 Friendship Missionary Baptist
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/15/2010 Smithfield Elementary
3200 Smithfield Church Road
Charlotte, NC 28210
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/22/2010 Clear Creek Elementary
13501 Albemarle Road
Charlotte, NC 28227
6:00pm –
7:30pm
4/22/2010 Hickory Grove Elementary
6709 Pence Road
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Charlotte, NC 28277
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/29/2010 Plaza Road Pre-K Center
1000 Anderson Street
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:00pm –
7:30pm
5/6/2010
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Charlotte, NC 28213
715 Hartford Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28209
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of rising kindergarten students
Description:
Starting school off right is important for kindergartners and their
parents! This workshop will provide parents of children entering
kindergarten with the information they need to make the transition to
school successful.
1. Learn the process for enrolling in CMS
2. Understand what’s expected and what children will learn in
kindergarten
3. Find out how parents can get involved in their children’s
education
4. Help parents prepare their children (and themselves) for that first
day and beyond
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2009-2010 Spring
I’m Growing Up…Transition to
Preschool or Kindergarten
7810 Neal Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
4/19/2010 Winterfield Elementary
3100 Winterfield Place
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:00pm –
7:30pm
4/20/2010 Sharon Elementary
4330 Foxcroft Road
Charlotte, NC 28211
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2401 Belfast Drive
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:00pm –
7:30pm
4/22/2010 Pawtuckett Elementary
8700 Moores Chapel Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:00pm –
7:30pm
800 Everett Place
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:00pm –
7:30pm
4/29/2010 Whitewater Elementary
11600 White Rapids Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:00pm –
7:30pm
5/3/2010
Druid Hills Elementary
2801 Lucena Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28206
10:00am –
11:30am
5/4/2010
Lansdowne Elementary
6400 Prett Court
Charlotte, NC 28270
6:30pm –
8:00pm
5/6/2010
Steele Creek Elementary 4100 Gallant Lane, Rt. 2 Charlotte, NC 28273
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2.5 to 5
Free
Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
5/6/2010
Starmount Pre-K 1600 Brookdale Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28210
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Target Audience:
Parents, caregivers, and teachers of children 2.5 to 5 with special needs
Description:
This workshop includes important information for parents of children
2.5 through 5. Prepare for the big move from Early Intervention
services into school-age rights and services (beginning at age 3) and
continue building a strong educational foundation for your child.
Learn about the school-age special education process and your role and
responsibilities in that process.
1. Learn about the school-age special education process and
the important role you play as a parent
2. Discover the resources and information available to you
Meet Me in the Middle – Transitioning
from Elementary to Middle School
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
6 to 10
Free
CMS School Counseling Services
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/14/2010 Winding Springs Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28269
6:00pm –
7:30pm
2/2/2010
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Quail Hollow Middle
Charlotte, NC 28210
3/16/2010 Cornelius Elementary
21126 Catawba Avenue
Cornelius, NC 28031
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/18/2010 Highland Creek Elementary
7242 Highland Creek Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28269
6:00pm –
7:30pm
7300 Lebanon Road
Charlotte, NC 28227
5:30pm –
7:00pm
3/23/2010 Clear Creek Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28227
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/25/2010 Berryhill Elementary
10501 Windy Grove Road
Charlotte, NC 28278
5:45pm –
7:15pm
5/10/2010 Reid Park Elementary
4108 West Tyvola Road
Charlotte, NC 28208
10:00am –
11:30am
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:00pm –
7:30pm
6/1/2010
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Piney Grove Elementary
8801 Eaglewind Drive
Charlotte, NC 28212
Target Audience:
Parents of rising middle school and current middle school students
Description:
This interactive workshop will help parents and students smoothly
navigate the transition from elementary to middle school.
1. Become familiar with the middle school social and academic
environment
2. Understand how to catch potential problems in middle school
before they happen
3. Be exposed to the many options and opportunities available to
students in middle school
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Ready, Set, Read
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
5 to 10
Free
CMS Curriculum and Instruction Department
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/7/2010
Pineville Elementary
210 Lowery Street
Pineville, NC 28134
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/26/2010 JH Gunn Elementary
7400 Harrisburg Road
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/22/2010 Nathaniel Alexander Elementary
7910 Neal Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of elementary students
Description:
Charlotte, NC 28208
10:00am –
11:30am
1/12/2010 Winterfield Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:00pm –
7:30pm
1/14/2010 Pinewood Elementary
805 Seneca Place
Charlotte, NC 28210
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/21/2010
5:30pm –
6:30pm
Tryon Hills Pre-K Center
2600 Grimes Street
Charlotte, NC 28206
2009-2010 Spring
Have you ever wondered how to spark a reading interest or develop
activities to foster reading for your child? This workshop is geared
towards supporting parents with resources and activities to extend a
love of reading into the home. Participants will leave with activities,
resources and ideas for making reading a family event.
1. Gain an understanding of the importance of reading at home and
how to create a literacy rich environment at home
2. Learn about strategies and tips for creating fun and informative
read-alouds with your child
3. Gain information on how to build your child’s vocabulary
4. Learn how to make reading a family affair
5. Learn about using environmental and everyday texts to build
reading skills
1/21/2010 University Park Elementary
2400 Hildebrand Street
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:00pm –
7:30pm
2/4/2010
6:30pm –
8:00pm
“Fractions...multiplication...division...”
A Guide to Doing Math at Home
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
2/16/2010 Sharon Elementary
4330 Foxcroft Road
Charlotte, NC 28211
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/18/2010 Sterling Elementary
9601 China Grove Church Road
Pineville, NC 28134
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/18/2010 Stoney Creek Elementary
14015 Mallard Roost Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/25/2010 Sharon United Methodist Church
4411 Sharon Road
Charlotte, NC 28211
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/4/2010
6:30pm –
8:00pm
First Ward Elementary 715 N. Caldwell Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
Hickory Grove Elementary
6709 Pence Road
Charlotte, NC 28215
3/10/2010 Thomasboro Elementary
538 Bradford Drive
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:00pm –
7:30pm
715 Hartford Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28209
6:30pm –
8:00pm
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5 to 10
Free
CMS Curriculum and Instruction
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/7/2010
Reedy Creek Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:00pm –
7:30pm
1/14/2010 Hickory Grove Elementary
6709 Pence Road
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:30pm –
8:00pm
715 Hartford Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28209
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/14/2010 Walter G. Byers Elementary
1415 Hamilton Street
Charlotte, NC 28206
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/14/2010 Westerly Hills Elementary
4420 Denver Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/21/2010 Oakdale Elementary
1825 Oakdale Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/28/2010 Blythe Elementary
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/28/2010 Steele Creek Elementary 4100 Gallant Lane, Rt. 2 Charlotte, NC 28273
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/2/2010
Hornets Nest Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/4/2010
Irwin Elementary
329 N. Irwin Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28202
6:45pm –
8:00pm
2/9/2010
Reid Park Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/9/2010
Winterfield Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:00pm –
7:30pm
2009-2010 Spring
Description:
Parents want to be supportive of math education but they sometimes
feel frustrated when the way their children are learning math at school
is different from they way they learned it years ago. This workshop will
allow parents to experience the same hands-on approach to learning
math that CMS students receive in the classroom. Parents will find out
what they can do to apply at home what students are learning at school.
1. Experience a hands-on math lesson
2. Understand why it’s important to teach for understanding and
not just memorization
3. Learn how to use simple, interactive math games specially
designed to teach key mathematical concepts at home
2/16/2010 Olde Providence Elementary
3800 Rea Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Preparing for the High School Years –
Transitioning from Middle to High
7810 Neal Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
2/24/2010 Friendship Missionary Baptist
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/25/2010 Oakhurst Elementary
4511 Monroe Road
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/4/2010
Pineville Elementary
210 Lowery Street
Pineville, NC 28134
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/18/2010 Huntingtowne Farms Elementary
2520 Huntingtowne Farms Lane
Charlotte, NC 28210
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/18/2010 Sterling Elementary
Pineville, NC 28134
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/18/2010 Nathaniel Alexander Elementary
7910 Neal Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/24/2010 Long Creek Elementary
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/1/2010
6:30pm –
8:00pm
River Oaks Academy
1015 Mt. Holly Huntersville Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
4/22/2010 Montclaire Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28210
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of elementary age students
6:00pm –
7:30pm
11 to Young Adult
Free
CMS School Counseling Services
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
2/2/2010
Quail Hollow Middle
Charlotte, NC 28210
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/2/2010
JM Alexander Middle
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/23/2010 Ridge Road Middle 7260 Highland Creek Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28269
6:00pm –
7:30pm
4/19/2010 Jay M. Robinson Middle
5925 Ballantyne Commons Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28277
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/4/2010
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Phillip O. Berry High
Charlotte, NC 28208
Target Audience:
Parents of rising high school and current high school students
Description:
This interactive workshop will help parents and students smoothly
navigate the transition from middle to high school.
1. Become familiar with the high school social and academic
environment
2. Understand the course offerings and class registration process at
high school
3. Be exposed to the many options and opportunities available to
students in high school, including extracurricular activities
4. Become familiar with the resources and support available
5. Learn more about ways parents can be involved at the high school
level
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Graduation Project
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
11 to Young Adult
Free
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Curriculum
and Instruction Department – in conjunction
with the Public Library of Charlotte and
Mecklenburg County
Location(s)
Time(s)
2009-2010 Spring
Preparing for the End-of-Grade
and End-of-Course Tests
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
9 to young adult (Grades 3-12)
Free
CMS Curriculum and Instruction Department/
Family and Community Services Department
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/27/2010 Friendship Missionary Baptist 3400 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2401 Belfast Drive
Charlotte, NC 28208
8:00am –
9:00am
2/11/2010
6:30pm –
8:00pm
1/28/2010 Olde Providence Elementary
3800 Rea Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/4/2010
Stoney Creek Elementary
14015 Mallard Roost Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/4/2010
Tuckaseegee Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28214
5:30pm –
7:00pm
2/16/2010 Clear Creek Elementary 13501 Albemarle Road
Charlotte, NC 28227
6:00pm –
7:30pm
2/22/2010 Berewick Elementary
5910 Dixie River Road
Charlotte, NC 28278
5:30pm –
7:00pm
3/2/2010
Piney Grove Elementary 8801 Eaglewind Drive
Charlotte, NC 28212
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/4/2010
Druid Hills Elementary 2801 Lucena Drive
Charlotte, NC 28206
10:00am –
11:30am
Leadership and Public Service High School at Garinger
1100 Eastway Drive, Suite E
Charlotte, NC 28205
2/16/2010 East Mecklenburg High 6800 Monroe Road
Charlotte, NC 28212
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents of high school students (targeted to sophomores and juniors)
Description:
In CMS, the Graduation Project has four parts: a research paper,
product, portfolio, and oral presentation before a review board. These
four components are designed to be a culmination of the entire high
school experience. To complete the Graduation Project, students will
apply skills needed to be successful in post-secondary education and
careers. The project requires students to demonstrate what they know
and what they can do with the skills acquired in high school. This
workshop will provide parents and students with information on the
requirements and the available resources.
1. Become familiar with the CMS Graduation Project and the
expectations and requirements
2. Learn about the various components of the project and the
timeline for completion
3. Find out about resources available through CMS and the Public
Library of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County to assist with this
project
Want to Find out About College Options,
but Don’t Know Where to Turn?
Make Plans to Attend the
National College Fair
NACAC National College Fair
Parents and teens can visit hundreds of college
information booths and talk with representatives
about programs, degrees, college financing,
scholarships, and much more!
Sunday, March 21, 2010 • Noon – 4:00 pm
The Park (formerly the Charlotte Merchandise Mart)
2500 East Independence Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28205
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3/10/2010 Friendship Missionary Baptist 3400 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/11/2010 Piedmont Middle 1241 East 10th Street
Charlotte, NC 28204
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/18/2010 First Ward Elementary 715 N. Caldwell Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/18/2010 Irwin Avenue Elementary 329 N. Irwin Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28202
6:45pm –
8:00pm
3/18/2010 Lake Wylie Elementary 13620 Erwin Road
Charlotte, NC 28202
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/18/2010 Reedy Creek Elementary 10801 Plaza Road Extension
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/23/2010 Hornets Nest Elementary 6700 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2009-2010 Spring
3/23/2010 Oakhurst Elementary 4511 Monroe Road
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/20/2010 Torrence Creek Elementary
14550 Ranson Road
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/23/2010 University Park Elementary 2400 Hildebrand Street
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Charlotte, NC 28208
10:00am –
11:30am
3/25/2010 Oakdale Elementary 1825 Oakdale Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/21/2010 Olympic High 4301 Sandy Porter Road
Charlotte, NC 28273
6:00pm –
7:30pm
3/25/2010 Berryhill Elementary 10501 Windy Grove Road
Charlotte, NC 28278
5:45pm –
7:15pm
4/22/2010 Coulwood Middle
500 Kentberry Drive
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/27/2010 Double Oaks Pre-K Center 1326 Woodward Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28206
6:00pm –
7:30pm
4/1/2010
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Smithfield Elementary 3200 Smithfield Church Road
Charlotte, NC 28210
Target Audience:
Parents of students in grades 3-12
Description:
4/12/2010 Kennedy Middle School 4000 Gallant Lane
Charlotte, NC 28273
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/13/2010 Sedgefield Elementary 715 Hartford Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28209
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/14/2010 Thomasboro Elementary 538 Bradford Drive
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:00pm –
7:30pm
4/15/2010 Highland Creek Elementary 7242 Highland Creek Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28269
6:00pm –
7:30pm
4/15/2010 Rama Road Elementary
1035 Rama Road
Charlotte, NC 28211
6:00pm –
7:30pm
The North Carolina End-of-Grade tests will be administered to
students in grades 3-8 in May and the End-of-Course Test will be
administered to grades 9-12. This workshop will provide parents
with information on what the End-of-Grade and End-of-Course tests
involve, why they are administered by the state, what they mean, and
how parents can help their children prepare.
1. Better understand the North Carolina State standardized testing
system
2. Become familiar with what students will be tested on and
understand how this data is used
3. Learn more about what they can do to help reinforce what’s being
taught in the classroom and how they can help their children
prepare for the End-of-Grade and End-of-Course tests
4. Learn about online resources and other support to help students
prepare for the tests
High School 911
– A Parent’s Guide to Understanding How To Navigate Through High School
March 11, 2010 • 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
David W. Butler High • 1810 Matthews-Mint Hill Road • Matthews, NC 28105
This workshop will help parents and students smoothly
navigate the transition from middle to high school. At
the high school level, sometimes things can go “south”
quickly. You thought your child was doing fine; however,
you’re beginning to notice your child having a lack of
interest in school. All of a sudden, they’re “sinking.”
This workshop will allow you to find out what resources
are available to keep your child in school and ultimately
achieve graduation.
Learn more about:
• High school graduation requirements, class offerings
and the class registration process
• Successful study skills
• Resources available such as tutoring programs,
mentors, and support in CMS
• How to help your child find his or her “niche”
in high school
• How to notice the signs before it’s too late and
how to be an effective advocate for your child
• How to be more involved at the high school level
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Helping Your High School Student
Prepare for College
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
14 to Young Adult
Free
Central Piedmont Community College
Outreach and Recruitment and Financial Aid
Location(s)
Time(s)
2009-2010 Spring
“It’s Not Your Father’s College Application”
– Helping Families Navigate the College
Admissions Process
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
14 to Young Adult
Free
Lee Bierer, Charlotte Observer Countdown to
College columnist and President/College Coach
at College Admissions Strategies
1/13/2010 Phillip O. Berry High
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Date(s)
3/11/2010 Martin Luther King Middle
500 Bilmark Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28213
10:30am –
Noon
2/11/2010 East Mecklenburg High
6800 Monroe Road
Charlotte, NC 28212
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/16/2010
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/25/2010 Mallard Creek High
3825 Johnston Oehler Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/27/2010 Cato Middle College High 8120 Grier Road
Charlotte, NC 28215
10:30am –
Noon
Charlotte, NC 28205
Target Audience:
Parents of middle and high school students (targeted to juniors and
seniors interested in attending community college)
Description:
Is your child interested in attending a Community College? This
session will inform parents how to be involved in their students’
enrollment process including the application, financial aid, placement
testing, and registration at CPCC. The workshop will also cover general
information about the academic programs offered at CPCC and
transfer options.
1. Understand the complete enrollment process for prospective
CPCC students
2. Learn about the Financial Aid Process and how to fund your
child’s education
3. Understand the transition process to college from high school
4. Get the answers to the most frequently asked questions
5. Find out where to go to get the information you need to support
your child’s learning at CPCC
Location(s)
Time(s)
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of high school students
Description:
This workshop provides a wealth of information to parents and
students about the college application process and how to choose the
right college.
1. Learn about the most common mistakes college applicants make
2. Discover ways to make their college application “stand out in the
crowd”
3. Learn how to make the most of a college visit
4. Fully understand the college admission process and navigate
the system
I’m an After School Enrichment teacher in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools,
“
and I attended some Parent University classes to earn professional development credit.
But I continued to take classes because they were so helpful both professionally and personally.
This program has really helped me support my students and my own children.
”
— CMS After School Enrichment teacher
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2009-2010 Spring
Understanding College Savings Programs
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
5 to 14
Free
College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC)
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
3/9/2010
Phillip O. Berry High
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of elementary and middle school students
Description:
Have you ever driven down the highway and saw a huge billboard
saying, “Saving for College through the North Carolina 529 plan”
and wanted to know more? Have you heard people talk about having
a college savings account and you wanted to know how to get started?
This is your opportunity to learn more and ask questions! You will
learn about college savings options in general with a focus on what
North Carolina offers to its residents for saving for college. Does my
child have to go to college in North Carolina? How much do I have
to contribute? What are the tax advantages? Learn the answers to these
questions and many more.
1. Have a better understanding of North Carolina’s 529 College
Savings plan and understand why saving for a child’s college
education, no matter how small or large the amount, is a good
investment
Hispanic College Fair
Saturday, April 17, 2010
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Garinger High School
1100 Eastway Drive • Charlotte, NC 28205
Hispanic Parent Nights – workshops
will offer more information on transitioning
from high school to college, college
admission requirements, and financial aid.
March 18 – Eastway Middle School
(1501 Norland Road) – 6:00-8:00pm
March 30 – East Mecklenburg High
(6800 Monroe Road) – 6:00-8:00pm
April 13 – Garinger High
(1100 Eastway Drive) – 6:00-8:00pm
For more information, visit the Hispanic
College Fair website at www.hcccharlotte.org
Spring 2010
Parent University Family Fun
& Information Day
A day of free fun and learning for the
whole family!
Dynamic speakers, fun family activities,
information booths, giveaways, prizes,
and much more.
Watch for more details coming soon!
Community Resources
at Your Fingertips!
Check out the Family Resources Toolkit developed
by the Community Collaborative on Parenting, Youth
Employment, Mentoring, and Gangs and the CharlotteMecklenburg Community Relations Committee. This
comprehensive directory provides families with
information on all of the resources and services in
Charlotte and Mecklenburg County.
Visit the website at
http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/CRC/Home.htm
for your copy of the directory.
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2009-2010 Spring
Parent University Course Guide – Health and Wellness • Strand III
Health and Wellness
Strand III
These offerings support information and activities to help families
build healthy lifestyles physically as well as emotionally.
Description:
“Not My Kid…A Frank Discussion
About What’s Happening with Teens
in Your Community”
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
This class offers parents/caregivers strategies to assist children suffering
with asthma and how to manage the disease.
11 to Young Adult
Free
CMS Family and Community Services, CMPD
Location(s)
2/18/2010 Northeast Middle
5960 Brickstone Drive
Charlotte, NC 28227
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Description:
How many times have you heard your teenagers say, “we’re just going
to the movies and hanging out?” Unfortunately, what starts as an
innocent meeting among friends can turn into a dreaded chorus of
wrongs – wrong choice, wrong crowd, wrong place, wrong time. In the
workshop, parents can arm themselves with the information they need
to avoid these pitfalls.
Parent/Caregiver Asthma Education
0 to Young Adult
Free
Mecklenburg County Asthma Coalition
Location(s)
Healthy Lifestyle/Healthy Weight:
What YOU Can Do
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
1. Identify early warning signs of asthma
2 Know when to seek medical attention
Time(s)
Target Audience:
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Time(s)
1/14/2010 Montclaire Elementary 5801 Farmbrook Drive
Charlotte, NC 28210
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/24/2010 Butler High School
1810 Matthews-Mint Hill Road
Matthews, NC 28105
6:30pm8:00pm
4/14/2010 McClintock Middle
2101 Rama Road
Charlotte, NC 28212
6:30pm –
8:00pm
0 to Young Adult
Free
Jessica Schorr-Saxe, MD
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
4/14/2010
Druid Hills Elementary 2801 Lucena Street
Charlotte, NC 28206
10:00am –
11:30am
5/6/2010
Montclaire Elementary 5801 Farmbrook Drive
Charlotte, NC 28210
6:30pm –
7:30pm
Target Audience:
Description:
A presentation of the need for healthy lifestyles in children, with
discussion of appropriate physical activity, nutrition and screen time –
and strategies for achieving them at home and in the community. This
workshop will provide an opportunity for interaction and questions.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Understand the pediatric obesity epidemic
Understand how overweight children are at risk
Know how to implement effective approaches to battling obesity
Understand strategies on improving their lifestyles and the
lifestyles of their families
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of children with asthma
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2009-2010 Spring
When to Worry When to Wait – Understanding
the Mental Health and Well-Being of
Adolescents
“The Good News… It’s Preventable” –
Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes in
Children and Adolescents
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
11 to Young Adult
Free
Presbyterian Hospital
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
2/4/2009
Providence High
1800 Pineville-Matthews Road
Charlotte, NC 28270
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
0 to Young Adult
Free
Mecklenburg County Health Dept.School Health Program
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
3/7/2010
4301 Shamrock Drive
Charlotte, NC 28215
5:00pm –
6:30pm
Parents, teachers, and caregivers of teenagers
Target Audience:
Description:
This workshop will provide parents of teenagers with information
about mental health disorders among teens and how to recognize the
signs.
1. Recognize signs and symptoms of common mental health
disorders
2. Recognize alcohol and other drug use for early intervention
3. Learn when and where to get professional help
4. Understand and deal with self-harm behaviors
The incidence of Type 2 diabetes in youth has reached epidemic
proportions due to the prevalence of obesity and sedentary lifestyle.
This course will provide current data about the incidence, risk factors,
prevention, symptoms and treatment of type 2 diabetes in children and
adolescents.
1. Identify the risk factors and symptoms of Type 2 diabetes
2. Gain useful strategies for the prevention of Type 2 diabetes
Parents and Teens Behind the Wheel
“Understanding Type I Diabetes” —
Making All Children Feel Welcome
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Description:
11 to Young Adult
Free
Panel Presentation - Mecklenburg County
Health Dept.-School Health Program and
a CMS parent/student
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
2/2/2010
Nathaniel Alexander Elementary
7910 Neal Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/2/2010
Eastover Elementary 500 Cherokee Road
Charlotte, NC 28207
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
14 to Young Adult
Free
CMS-Driver Education Department
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
3/2/2010
NorthLake Mall – Live Well Center
Lower Level – Entry 3
6801 NorthLake Mall Drive
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/4/2010
Providence High
1800 Pineville-Matthews Road
Charlotte, NC 28270
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents and their driving-age teens
Description:
Target Audience:
Description:
Ever wondered about diabetes and how it can impact young children?
Too often as parents we fail to take the time to fully understand various
chronic diseases. Whether you’re the parent of a child with Type I
diabetes, a teacher with a child in your classroom, or the parent/student
with a classmate suffering from Type I diabetes, this class is for you!
This course will provide current information about the incidence, risk
factors, symptoms and treatment of type 1 diabetes in children and
adolescents.
This session will share strategies with parents on helping their novice
teen driver to become a safe and defensive driver. Parents will also learn
how to improve their own driving skills.
1. Know how to drive defensively and safely
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2009-2010 Spring
Sleep Well to Be Well
Managing Stress for Teens and Parents
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
0 to Young Adult
Free
Presbyterian Healthcare
11 to Young Adult
Free
CMS-School Counseling Services
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
2/4/2010
Reedy Creek Elementary 10801 Plaza Road Extension
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Jewish Family Services Center
5007 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC 28277
9:15am –
10:45am
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:30pm –
8:00pm
3/4/2010
3/18/2010
3/23/2010 Nathaniel Alexander Elementary 7910 Neal Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Description:
Just like food and water, sleep is necessary for our health. Good sleep
helps kids learn, handle stress, grow, and resist infections. On the other
hand, sleep- deprived children are more likely to have poor grades,
behavior problems & health problems such as obesity.
1. Find out how to help their child sleep well to be well
2. Understand the risk factors associated with a child’s
lack of sleep
Date(s)
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/28/2010 Friendship Missionary Baptist Church 3400 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/29/2010
Blythe Elementary 12202 Hambright Road
6:30pm –
8:00pm
5/18/2010
NorthLake Mall – Live Well Center
Lower Level – Entry 3
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Description:
Teens have a lot going on, with sports, school work and their busy
social lives. Learn to help them prioritize their activities and decrease
stress for maximum success.
Time(s)
2/16/2010 Community House Middle 9500 Community House Road
Charlotte, NC 28277
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/18/2010 Coulwood Middle 500 Kentberry Drive
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents and caregivers of adolescents and teens
Description:
This session will give parents the information and strategies needed
to have frank and open communication about sex with their children.
This workshop includes an in depth discussion regarding the five
pressures teens face to be sexually active and the ten proven steps to
help teens make positive healthy choices.
1. Get strategies and techniques for communicating effectively with
teens about sex
2. Get information about resources available to assist them in
helping teens make good life choices
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4/15/2010 Community House Middle 9500 Community House Road
Charlotte, NC 28277
Parents/caregivers of pre-teen and teenage children
11 to Young Adult
Free
CMS Health and Physical Education
Department
Location(s)
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Parents Can Feel Confident
Talking to Teens about Sex
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
3/26/2010 Mallard Creek High School
3825 Johnston Oehler Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
1. Identify stressors in the lives of their children and families
2. Learn strategies to help decrease stress for the entire family
Free Computer Classes
Need a “Technology Tune-up?”
Check out the Public Library of Charlotte
and Mecklenburg County (PLCMC) and
learn more about their free computer classes.
Some of the topics include:
Computer Basics • Blogging 101 • Excel Basics
Computer Basics for Adults and Seniors • Email Basics
Creating a Resume • Digital Photography • Googling
Internet Search Techniques • and much more!
For a monthly listing of classes,
visit www.plcmc.org.
Parent University Course Guide – Personal Growth and Development • Strand IV
2009-2010 Spring
Personal Growth and Development
Strand IV
These offerings will help parents to grow personally and professionally,
so they can become the most effective advocates for their children.
Effective Interviewing Skills
Target Audience:
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Description:
Adults and high school students interested in learning more about how
to make an effective presentation - high school students preparing for
the Graduation Project and other presentations for college
Adult
Free
University of Phoenix
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
4/8/2010
Harding University High
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/18/2010 Muslim American Society
4301 Shamrock Drive
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Adults
Description:
With unemployment rates at record highs, it is important to make a
lasting impression at a job interview. This workshop will teach you the
do’s and don’ts of a job interview and also discuss what your non-verbal
communication can say to an employer.
1. Have a better understanding of what not to do during an
interview
2. Learn about what their body language says to an employer
3. Discuss the importance of asking questions
4. Create a pre-interview planning strategy
Adults and high school students
Free
Moira Quinn - former broadcaster currently serves as Senior Vice President of
Communication with Charlotte Center City
Partners
Location(s)
Adult
Free
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
2/6/2010
Carmel Middle 5001 Camilla Drive
Charlotte, NC 28226
11:00am –
Noon
Target Audience:
Adults interested in obtaining their Adult High School or GED as well
as learning the English language.
Description:
This session will provide an orientation to the Adult High School
(AHS), GED and English as a Second Language (ESL) program at
CPCC.
Effective Presentation Skills
Date(s)
Getting Started – An Overview of the ESL and
Adult High School Program at CPCC
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Target Audience:
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
The session will provide participants with an understanding of what
makes a presentation effective. Participants will receive tips and
strategies on making presentations that are clear, concise, and engaging.
1. Learn more about AHS, ESL, and GED at CPCC
2. Understand the process for enrolling in these classes
Time(s)
3/11/2010 Olympic High
4301 Sandy Porter Road
Charlotte, NC 28273
6:30pm –
8:00pm
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2009-2010 Spring
Dealing with Stress During Difficult Times
Higher Education for the Working Adult
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Adult
Free
Pfeiffer Institute for Marriage
and Family Therapy
Adult
Free
Charlotte Regional Higher Education
Consortium
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
Date(s)
Location(s)
Time(s)
2/9/2010
Mint Museum of Art
2730 Randolph Road
Charlotte, NC 28207
6:30pm –
8:00pm
2/9/2010
First Baptist Church – Huntersville
6:30pm –
8:00pm
5/11/2010 Midwood High School
1817 Central Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
All adults
Description:
Even though stress and anxiety play a role in everyday life, there are
times when those feelings become overwhelming and unmanageable.
This workshop will focus on ways individuals, couples, and families
experience stress. In addition, participants will increase their coping
strategies for dealing with stress and anxiety through experiential
exercises.
1. Examine three main sources of stress
2. Discuss advantages and disadvantages of stress
3. Increase coping strategies to manage stress and anxiety
Target Audience:
Anyone looking to balance higher education with their full time
responsibilities
Description:
This interactive discussion will tackle the questions about higher
education designed for working adults such as scheduling options,
financial aid, and online degrees. Participants will have the option to
learn about the numerous higher education opportunities available in
the Charlotte area.
1. Gain a better understanding of the educational opportunities for
working adults
2. Learn about the financial aid options available
3. Explore the difference between theory based and application
based education
4. Discuss the importance of Accreditation when dealing with
higher education
If You Want to Finish High School,
Here’s Your Chance
WTVI • Weekdays – 5:00 am
Workplace Essential Skills is designed to enable
adult learners to become better informed and more
highly skilled for the changing world of work. Four
accompanying workbooks present instruction,
practice and application of the critical skills that
are presented in the programs:
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WTVI • Weekdays – 5:30 am
This half-hour TV program (39 sessions)
gives you the skills you need to prepare for
the GED test, and you can study in the
privacy of your own home! It’s FREE!
Lessons include:
• Employment
• Communications and writing
• Reading • Mathematics
• Language Arts, Writing, and Reading
• Science
• Mathematics
• Social Studies
Workbooks for Workplace Essential Skills are
available by calling Beverly Dorn-Steele, WTVI
at 704.371.8840 or email [email protected].
Workbooks for GED Connection are
available by calling Beverly Dorn-Steele, WTVI
at 704.371.8840 or email [email protected].
Entrepreneurial Pursuits
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
2009-2010 Spring
Top Ten New Things to Know About
the Internet
Adult
Free
The Cultural Companies, Inc.
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/30/2010 Double Oaks Pre-K Center
1326 Woodward Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28206
10:00am –
11:30am
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
Adult
Free
Public Library of Charlotte and
Mecklenburg County
Location(s)
Charlotte, NC 28208
Target Audience:
All adults who are current or aspiring entrepreneurs
Time(s)
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Description:
Target Audience:
This course will provide information and resources to current and
aspiring entrepreneurs on how to grow their businesses.
Adults
Do you wonder what’s new on the internet? Do you see your kids using
websites that you’ve never heard of? Become internet savvy with this
workshop.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Learn how to turn a business vision into reality
Understand the importance of a business plan (its not an option)
Learn the types of corporations (pros and cons)
Gain understanding about what makes an entrepreneur
Discover public resources available to business owners
Learn the basic necessities for a new business
Description:
1. Learn what’s new on the internet and how to discover the latest
internet trends
2. Become internet savvy
MoneySmart – Financial Literacy for Families
Resources to Make Your Job Search Easier
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Age:
Cost:
Presented by:
Date(s)
Adult
Free
Wachovia – A Wells Fargo Company
Location(s)
Time(s)
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Target Audience:
Adults
Description:
This workshop focuses on information and resources to help families
become financially literate. The course will cover topics such as keeping
a budget, tips on saving and growing your money, overview of credit
reports, how to apply for and manage credit cards, and information on
basic loans.
1. Better understand how to develop a budget
2. Learn about savings plans and how to grow your money
3. Learn more about the characteristics of credit cards and
how to apply for and manage credit
4. Understand basic loans
Date(s)
Adult
Free
Mecklenburg County
Location(s)
Time(s)
1/12/2010 Jewish Family Services Center 5700 Providence Road - Suite 105
Charlotte, NC 28226
11:30am –
1:00pm
1/15/2010
6:30pm –
8:00pm
NorthLake Mall - Live Well Center Lower Level - Entry 3
Charlotte, NC 28216
Target Audience:
Adults searching for a new career.
Description:
Looking for a new career but don’t know where to start? The Public
Library of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County has hundreds of
resources available to help you with your job search. This course will
introduce participants to the resources available within the library to
make the search easier and more efficient.
1. Learn more about the various online and print resources available
to assist in a career search
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2009-2010 Primavera
Guía de Cursos de la Universidad de Padres – Clases en Español
Clases en Español de la Universidad de los Padres – Primavera 2009
Los estudiantes más exitosos son aquellos cuyos padres participan en su educación. Estos estudiantes tienden
a adquirir mejores calificaciones, altos puntajes en las pruebas estandarizadas, tienen mejor registro de
asistencia y demuestran una actitud positiva hacia la escuela.
La participación efectiva ocurre cuando los padres tienen acceso a información y a recursos que animan a los
estudiantes a tener éxito. Las Escuelas de Charlotte-Mecklenburg ofrecen la Universidad para Padres para
ayudar a los padres a aprender lo que pueden hacer para apoyar el éxito académico y el bienestar de sus hijos.
La Universidad para Padres ofrece cursos, actividades y recursos en diferentes lugares a través del condado.
Los siguientes cursos de la Universidad para Padres se ofrecerán en español.
Siempre Papá
CMS101
Edad:
0 a Joven Adulto
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:El YMCA de Charlotte
Edad:
Adultos
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:El Departamento de ESL de CMS
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
21/1/2010
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:30pm –
8:00pm
29/3/2010
E.E. Waddell High
Charlotte, NC 28217
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Audiencia:
Audiencia:
Padres y figuras Paternas Latinoamericanos de niños de todas las
edades
Adultos
Descripción:
Esta sección proveerá orientación para las Escuelas del Sistema
Escolar de Charlotte- Mecklenburg y ayudará a las familias a
entender cómo navegar y obtener información del Sistema Público de
Educación.
Este curso se enfoca en las características que un hombre necesita para
ser un padre participativo las 24 horas del día, 7 días a la semana.
Este programa con base en la comunidad ayuda a los hombres a
desarrollar actitudes positivas y conocimiento en lo que se relaciona a
la paternidad.
Descripción:
Objetivos de Aprendizaje:
Como resultado de este taller, los participantes:
1.Entenderán la importancia y el rol único que juegan los padres en el
crecimiento y desarrollo de un niño
2.Obtendrán recursos y estrategias útiles para ayudarlos a participar y
permanecer participando con sus hijos
aprendí mucho de ustedes esta
“Gracias,
tarde. Que Dios los bendiga.”
— Cita directa de participante
de Parent University
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Una alianza y compromiso entre las Escuelas de Charlotte-Mecklenburg, las familias y la comunidad que servimos.
2009-2010 Primavera
Conciencia de la Existencia de las Pandillas
Edad:
0 a Joven Adulto
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:Escuelas de Charlotte-Mecklenburg
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
7/1/2010
Charlotte, NC 28210
6:30pm –
8:00pm
18/2/2010
Blythe Elementary
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Audiencia:
A los padres y personas a cargo de estudiantes
Descripción:
Las pandillas criminales callejeras son uno de los problemas más
serios de nuestra nación. El problema de las pandillas en Charlotte
es pequeño comparado con otras ciudades, pero está creciendo
rápidamente. Todos los días se reclutan nuevos miembros y muchos
de ellos se convierten en criminales de profesión.
Aumentando los Sistemas Naturales
de Apoyo – Encontrando lo que Encaja
para ti y para Tu Hijo
Edad:
0 a Joven Adulto
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:Programas WOTP
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
21/1/2010
Lebanon Road Elementary
7300 Lebanon Road
Charlotte, NC 28227
11/2/2010
Sedgefield Elementary
715 Hartford Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28209
29/4/2010
Morgan School
6:30pm –
700 E. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.8:00pm
Charlotte, NC 28202
5:30pm –
7:00pm
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Audiencia:
A los padres y personas a cargo de niños de todas las edades
Descripción:
1.Aprenderán como evitar que sus hijos formen parte de una pandilla
2.Entenderán las primeras señales de alerta sobre las actividades de
pandillas
3.Obtendrán la información y recursos si su hijo actualmente se
encuentra en una pandilla
Este curso provee un “mapa” o sendero para ayudar a jóvenes y
familias a moverse a través del proceso de entender las necesidades
de su comportamiento. Este programa explora las causas que pueden
provocar que los jóvenes se comporten mal.
1.Entenderán cual es el comportamiento apropiado del desarrollo
2.Aprenderán cómo identificar las causas detrás de ciertos
comportamientos inapropiados
3.Recibirán información acerca de los recursos y asistencia disponibles
Feria Hispana de Información sobre Estudios Superiores
Sábado 17 de abril de 2010 • De 1:00 a 3:00 pm
Garinger High School
1100 Eastway Drive • Charlotte, NC 28205
Converse con representantes de las universidades e instituciones de estudios superiores acerca de los programas
y los títulos que ofrecen, así como las maneras de financiar los estudios. Si desea obtener más información, visite
el sitio de Internet de la Feria Hispana de Información sobre Estudios Superiores en www.hcccharlotte.org
Noches para los padres
de estudiantes hispanos –
18 de marzo – Eastway Middle School
(1501 Norland Road) – 6:00-8:00pm
Talleres que ofrecen más información acerca de la
transición de la escuela secundaria a los estudios
superiores, los requisitos para el ingreso a las
universidades e instituciones de estudios superiores
y asistencia financiera.
30 de marzo – East Mecklenburg High
(6800 Monroe Road) – 6:00-8:00pm
13 de abril – Garinger High
(1100 Eastway Drive) – 6:00-8:00pm
Las clases son limitadas a 30 participantes, al menos que no se indique lo contrario.
Por favor vea el sito web para la actualización de fechas, horarios y lugares en www.cms.k12.nc.us.
n Concientización para los Padres n Ayudando a su Hijo a Aprender
en el Siglo 21
n Cursos de Salud y Bienestar
n Crecimiento y Desarrollo
Personal
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2009-2010 Primavera
Sea el mejor y el más eficaz defensor
de los derechos de su hijo
Creando Hábitos de Estudios y Evitando
Dolores de Cabeza con las Tareas
Edad:
0 a Joven Adulto
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:Centro de Asistencia para Niños Excepcionales
(ECAC, por sus siglas en inglés)
Edad:
0 a Joven Adulto
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:Servicios para la Familia y la Comunidad
de CMS y Jennifer Parker, consultora
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
11/2/2010 Sedgefield Elementary 715 Hartford Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28209
6:30pm –
8:00pm
14/1/2010
Hornets Nest Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
4/3/2010
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:30pm –
8:00pm
14/1/2010
Sedgefield Elementary
715 Hartford Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28209
6:30pm –
8:00pm
8/2/2010
E.E. Waddell High
Charlotte, NC 28217
6:30pm –
8:00pm
18/2/2010
7300 Lebanon Road
Charlotte, NC 28227
5:30pm –
7:00pm
Audiencia:
A los padres y personas a cargo de estudiantes
Descripción:
Es muy importante poseer la habilidad adecuada a fin de asegurar
que su hijo se beneficie con sus estudios superiores. Aprenda los pasos
que deberá dar para abogar por los derechos de su hijo de una manera
eficaz. Recuerde: usted es un socio con plenos derechos con respecto
a la educación de su hijo.
1.Entenderán la importancia de la participación de los padres y la
urgente necesidad de participar en el proceso de su educación
2.Aprenderán los pasos que deberán dar para velar por los derechos de
su hijo de una manera eficaz
Audiencia:
A los padres y personas a cargo de estudiantes en escuelas primarias,
medias, y superiores
Descripción:
Desafortunadamente, la mayoría de los niños no nacen con una serie
de habilidades de estudio. Estas deben ser aprendidas y desarrolladas
con el tiempo. La escuela se hace más fácil cuando a los niños y
adolescentes se les da una estructura y hábitos para ayudarles a
ocuparse del trabajo académico. Este taller interactivo, experimental,
ofrece a los padres estrategias para organizar el tiempo, materiales y
esfuerzo mental en la casa de manera que disminuya el estrés y mejore
el aprendizaje.
1.Aprenderán como ayudar a que sus hijos organicen su tiempo y los
materiales de estudio
2.Entenderán mejor a sus hijos, así mismo los mejores hábitos y
estrategias para ellos
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2009-2010 Primavera
“Study Island” el sitio Web de las Escuelas de “Haga que esto Cuente” – Ideas para
Charlotte-Mecklenburg (CMS, por sus siglas
que los Padres Aprovechen Mejor el Tiempo
en inglés): ¡Usted puede utilizar esta tecnología de Lectura
0–5
en casa para aprender de una manera divertida! Edad:
Edad:
5 años a Joven Adulto
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:Servicios para la Familia y la Comunidad de
CMS
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:El Programa PRE-Escolar de CMS
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
8/1/2010
Charlotte, NC 28213
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
18/2/2010
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Audiencia:
23/3/2010
Pawtuckett Elementary 8701 Moores Chapel Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Descripción:
Hora(s)
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Padres y personas a cargo de estudiantes en edades PRE-escolares y
del Kinder
A los padres, maestros, personas a cargo de estudiantes y maestros a
cargo del cuidado de los estudiantes después del horario de clases en
escuelas primarias y medias
Esta es una sesión interactiva, un taller participativo para ayudar
a los padres a sentirse más cómodos con la lectura en la casa. Los
padres tendrán la oportunidad de aprender la importancia de su
participación interactiva en la lectura en voz alta para los niños. Los
padres también aprenderán estrategias para crear oportunidades de
aprendizaje que son divertidas para el niño y también para la familia.
Descripción:
Audiencia:
Study Island es un servicio vía Internet utilizado por CMS para
ayudar a los estudiantes a alcanzar los estándares específicos de
su grado. Los padres reciben un nombre clave de usuarios y una
contraseña de ingreso por parte de la escuela. En este sitio Web, los
estudiantes pueden rendir exámenes preliminares, estudiar diversos
temas y rendir exámenes posteriores al estudio. El sistema también
cuenta con un modo optativo de juego a fin de aprender en una
forma divertida. Los participantes en este taller aprenderán más
acerca de esta nueva manera de reforzar en casa lo que sus hijos
aprenden en la escuela.
1.Aprenderán las siguientes estrategias para mejorar el alfabetismo en la
casa – enfatizando las palabras del vocabulario, detenerse y señalar las
letras como corresponde, a través de los dibujos, y predicciones acerca
de la historia
1.Entenderán cómo funciona este servicio vía Internet y cómo se utiliza
en la escuela a fin de ayudar a los estudiantes en sus cursos y sus tareas
escolares
2.Se familiarizarán con la manera como este servicio puede ser utilizado
en casa para ayudar a los estudiantes a rendir exámenes preliminares,
estudiar diversos temas esbozados en el Programa de Estudios
Estándar de Carolina del Norte y a rendir exámenes posteriores al
estudio
en el Siglo 21
Personal
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2009-2010 Primavera
Nos vemos en la escuela media – La
transición de la escuela primaria a la media
Edad:
de 6 a 10 años
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:Servicios de Orientación Psicológica
Escolar de CMS
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
14/1/2010
Winding Springs Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28269
6:00pm –
7:30pm
19/3/2010
7300 Lebanon Road
Charlotte, NC 28227
23/3/2010
Cómo prepararse para los exámenes
finales del año escolar y los exámenes
finales de los cursos
Edad:
de 11 años a Joven Adulto
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:el Departamento de Currículo e Instrucción de
CMS y el Departamento de Servicios para la
Familia y la Comunidad de CMS
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
5:30pm –
7:00pm
4/2/2010
Charlotte, NC 28214
5:30pm –
7:00pm
Clear Creek Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28227
6:00pm –
7:30pm
16/2/2010
Clear Creek Elementary 13501 Albemarle Road
Charlotte, NC 28227
6:30pm –
8:00pm
25/3/2010 Berryhill Elementary
10501 Windy Grove Road
Charlotte, NC 28278
5:45pm –
7:15pm
22/2/2010
Berewick Elementary
5910 Dixie River Road
Charlotte, NC 28278
5:30pm –
7:00pm
19/4/2010
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:00pm –
7:30pm
22/2/2010
Clear Creek Elementary 13501 Albemarle Road
Charlotte, NC 28227
5:30pm –
7:00pm
22/4/2010
Pawtuckett Elementary
8700 Moores Chapel Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
6:00pm –
7:30pm
4/3/2010
Druid Hills Elementary 2801 Lucena Drive
Charlotte, NC 28206
10:00am –
11:30am
3/5/2010
Druid Hills Elementary
2801 Lucena Street
Charlotte, NC 28206
6:00pm –
7:30pm
23/3/2010
Hornets Nest Elementary 6700 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
6:30pm –
8:00pm
25/3/2010
Berryhill Elementary 10501 Windy Grove Road
Charlotte, NC 28278
5:45pm –
7:15pm
Audiencia:
A los padres de los estudiantes que empiezan la escuela media y a los
actuales estudiantes de escuela media
Descripción:
Este taller interactivo ayudará a los padres y los estudiantes a hacer
una transición sin problemas de la escuela primaria a la escuela
media.
1.Se familiarizarán con el ambiente social y académico de la escuela
media
2.Entenderán cómo detectar posibles problemas en la escuela media
antes de que estos sucedan
3.Conocerán las diversas opciones y oportunidades disponibles para los
estudiantes en la escuela media
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Audiencia:
A los padres de los estudiantes en los grados 3o al 8o
Descripción:
Los estudiantes en los grados 3o al 8o en Carolina del Norte rendirán
los exámenes finales del año escolar en mayo. Este taller les informará
a los padres en qua consisten los exámenes finales del año escolar, por
qué son administrados por el estado, qué significan, y cómo pueden
los padres ayudar a sus hijos a prepararse para dichos exámenes.
2009-2010 Primavera
Preparando a Su Hijo para el Kindergarten
Edad:
0–5
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:El Programa de PRE-K de las Escuelas de
Charlotte-Mecklenburg y Recursos de Cuidado
de Niños, Inc.
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
14/1/2010
Winding Springs Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28269
6:00pm –
7:30pm
22/4/2010
Clear Creek Elementary
Charlotte, NC 28227
6:00pm –
7:30pm
22/4/2010
Hickory Grove Elementary 6709 Pence Road
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:30pm –
8:00pm
6/5/2010
Charlotte, NC 28213
6:00pm –
7:30pm
4/3/2010
Hickory Grove Elementary
6709 Pence Road
Charlotte, NC 28215
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Audiencia:
A los padres y personas a cargo de estudiantes en primaria
Descripción:
¿Alguna vez has pensando como prender la chispa del interés por la
lectura o desarrollar actividades para acoger la lectura con tu hijo?
Este taller esta guiado a ayudar a los padres con actividades y recursos
para extender el amor por la lectura en la casa. Los participantes
se irán con actividades, recursos e ideas para hacer de la lectura un
evento familiar.
1.Ganarán un entendimiento de la importancia de la lectura en la casa y
cómo crear un ambiente de enriquecimiento de la alfabetización en la
casa
2.Aprenderán acerca de estrategias y consejos para crear una lectura
divertida en voz alta con su hijo
3.Ganarán información en cómo construir el vocabulario de su hijo
4.Aprenderán cómo hacer de la lectura una actividad familiar
Audiencia:
A los padres de estudiantes que empiezan el kindergarten
Descripción:
¡Empezando bien la escuela es importante para los estudiantes del
Kinder y sus padres! Este taller les proveerá a los padres de niños que
empiecen el kindergarten la información que ellos necesitan para
hacer la transición a la escuela exitosamente.
1.Aprenderán el proceso para registrarse en CMS
2.Entenderán que se espera y que aprenderán los niños en el
kindergarten
3.Sabrán cómo los padres pueden participar en la educación de sus hijos
4.Ayudará a los padres a preparar a sus hijos (y a ellos mismos) para ese
primer día y los demás por venir
Listos, En sus marcas, Lea
Tu Salud Mental Importa – Información
para las Familias que Hablan Español
Edad:
0 a Joven Adulto
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:Área de Salud Mental del Condado de
Mecklenburg
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
29/3/2010
E.E. Waddell High
Charlotte, NC 28217
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Audiencia:
A los Padres y personas Latinoamericanos a cargo de niños de todas
las edades
Descripción:
Edad:
5 – 10
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:El Departamento de Currículo e Instrucción del
CMS
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
12/1/2010
Charlotte, NC 28205
6:00pm –
7:30pm
18/2/2010
Sterling Elementary
Pineville, NC 28134
6:30pm –
8:00pm
10/3/2010
Thomasboro Elementary 538 Bradford Drive
Charlotte, NC 28208
6:00pm –
7:30pm
Esta sesión les informará a la comunidad acerca de los diagnósticos
mentales mas comunes dentro de la comunidad Latina/Hispana:
Depresión, Desorden Generalizado de Ansiedad, Desorden de Estrés
Post-Traumático, y Alcoholismo.
1.Aprenderán cómo reconocer ciertos signos y síntomas cuando un
individuo este sufriendo uno o más de estos desordenes
2.Entenderá cómo y cuando obtener ayuda, si es necesario
en el Siglo 21
Personal
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2009-2010 Primavera
El control del estrés en los jóvenes
y sus padres
Edad:
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:Servicios de Orientación Psicológica Escolar de
CMS
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
29/4/2010
Blythe Elementary
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Audiencia:
A los padres y personas a cargo de los estudiantes preadolescentes y
adolescentes
El comienzo - Una visión general del programa
de Inglés como Segundo Idioma (ESL) y el
programa de Estudios Secundarios (High
School) para Adultos en Central Piedmont
Community College (CPCC)
Edad:
Adultos
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:Central Piedmont Community College
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
6/2/2010
Carmel Middle 5001 Camilla Drive
Charlotte, NC 28226
11:00am –
Noon
Descripción:
Audiencia:
Los estudiantes enfrentan muchos retos: los deportes, los estudios
y una vida social intensa. Aprenda a ayudarles a priorizar sus
actividades y a disminuir el estrés a fin de tener el mayor éxito
posible.
A los adultos interesados en obtener un Diploma de Estudios
Secundarios (High School) para Adultos o un Diploma de
Equivalencia (GED) y en aprender el idioma inglés
Descripción:
Esta sesión les brindará orientación respecto a los programas de
Estudios Secundarios para Adultos (AHS) y de Inglés como Segundo
Idioma (ESL) de Central Piedmont Community College.
1.Identificarán los factores de estrés en las vidas de sus hijos y en sus
familias
2.Aprenderán estrategias para ayudarles a disminuir el estrés en toda la
familia
Visión general de las leyes de equidad en la
vivienda (en idioma español)
1.Obtendrán más información acerca de los programas AHS, ESL y
GED de CPCC
2.Entenderán el procedimiento para inscribirse en dichas clases
Edad:
Costo:
Gratis
Presentado por:el Comité de Relaciones Comunitarias
de Charlotte-Mecklenburg
Fecha(s)
Lugar(es)
Hora(s)
12/1/2010
Charlotte, NC 28210
6:30pm –
8:00pm
19/4/2010
E.E. Waddell High
Charlotte, NC 28217
6:30pm –
8:00pm
Audiencia:
A las familias que desean saber más acerca de la vivienda y las leyes de
equidad en la
Descripción:
Los participantes obtendrán información útil sobre cómo identificar
la discriminación en la vivienda y qué debe hacer si usted ha sido
víctima de discriminación.
Recursos Adicionales Disponibles
La Casa Internacional, localizada en el 322
Hawthorne Lane en Charlotte, ofrece un número
de servicios y programas para ayudar a los que
no hablan inglés a aprender el idioma inglés.
Los recursos incluyen clases de conversación en
inglés, tutoría en inglés, clases para la ciudadanía
y mucho más. Visite su sitio en la red para
más detalles en www.ihclt.org.
Recursos en el sitio Web para aprendices
del idioma inglés – www.usalearns.org.
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en el Siglo 21
Personal
2009-2010 Primavera
Guía de Cursos de la Universidad de Padres – Planilla de Registro – Lado 1
La inscripción en internet y los detalles completos de los cursos están disponibles en: www.cms.k12.nc.us
(Clic en el enlace de la Universidad de Padres a la izquierda en la página principal)
Planilla de Registro para la Universidad de Padres – Lado 1
Por favor complete ambos lados de esta planilla para enviar vía fax o por correo.
INFORMACIÓN DEL PADRE/PERSONA ENCARGADA (Por favor use letra de imprenta)
qSra.
Apellido:
Nombre:
qSrta.
qSra.
Dirección:
Apto.:
Cuidad:
Estado:
Código Postal:
Teléfono de la Casa:
Coreo Electrónico:
Celular:
¿A qué escuela asiste su hijo (o hijos)?:
MI:
PO Box:
PREGUNTAS
Por favor díganos un poco más acerca de usted. Sus respuestas a las siguientes preguntas ayudarán a las escuelas de Charlotte-Mecklenburg a conocer
más acerca de las personas en la Universidad de Padres y cómo podemos servirles mejor. Toda la información se mantendrá estrictamente confidencial.
1. ¿Cuál es su fecha de nacimiento? ______ /______ / ______
mes
día
año
2.
¿Cuál es su género?
q Masculino
q Femenino
3. ¿Cuál es su raza/grupo étnico?
q Indio Americano/Nativo de Alaska
q Hispano/Latino
q Otro: _______________________
q Asiático/Isleño Pacífico
q Blanco
q Afro Americano
q Árabe Americano
q Casado
q Viudo
q Separado
q Otro: _______________________
4. ¿Cuál es su estado civil?
q Soltero, Nunca se ha Casado
q Divorciado
5. ¿Cuál es el grado más alto de educación que usted ha completado?
q Menos del 8vo grado
q 8vo grado
q Algo de Escuela Secundaria
q Escuela Secundaria/GED
q Algo de Universidad
q Certificado Técnico/Vocacional
q Dos años de Universidad/Grado Asociado
q Titulo de Cuatro-años de Universidad
q Grado de Maestría
q Doctorado (PhD)
q Grado Professional (J.D.,M.D.)
q Otro: _______________________
6. ¿Cuántos niños menores de 18 años (total) viven en su hogar? _______
7. ¿Cuántos adultos mayores de 18 (total) viven en su hogar? _______
8. ¿Cuál es nivel del ingreso anual de su hogar?
q Menos de $25,000
q $25,000 - $49,999
q $50,000 - $74,999
q $100,000 o más
q $75,000 - $99,999
9. ¿Por qué esta usted tomando un curso de la Universidad de Padres? (Por favor marque todo lo que aplique)
q Un amigo me lo recomendó
q El maestro de mi hijo me lo recomendó
q Se requirió de mi asistencia
q Yo estaba interesado en el titulo del taller
q Yo estaba interesado en participar en la Universidad de Padres
q Otro (por favor especifique): ____________________________
10. ¿Cómo escucho usted acerca de la Universidad de Padres? (Por favor marque todo lo que aplique)
q Un amigo
q Sitio Web de CMS
q El maestro de mi hijo
q Otro: _________________________
POR FAVOR LISTE LOS CURSOS QUE LE GUSTARÍA ASISTIR AL REVERSO DE ESTA HOJA.
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2009-2010 Primavera
Parent University Course Guide – Registration Form – Side 2
Planilla de Registro para la Universidad de Padres – Lado 2
(Por favor use letra de Imprenta)
INFORMACIÓN DEL ESTUDIANTE
Nombre del Niño
Fecha de Nacimiento
Escuela
Grado
INFORMACIÓN DEL CURSO
Título del Curso
Fecha
Horario
De
A
Lugar
________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________
Firma del Padre/Guardián
Fecha
La inscripción en internet y los detalles completos de los cursos están disponibles en:
www.cms.k12.nc.us
(Clic en el enlace de la Universidad de Padres a la izquierda en la página principal)
Por favor complete AMBOS lados de esta planilla.
Envíe vía fax la planilla completada al 980-343-1338 o para más información llame al 980-343-0318. Usted puede también
devolver esta planilla al Representante de Familia en la Escuela o al Representante de la Universidad de Padres.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Parent University
701 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28202
Attn: Mary Wilmore
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Por favor complete ambos lados de esta planilla para enviar vía fax o por correo.
2009-2010 Spring
Online registration and complete course details are available at: www.cms.k12.nc.us
(Click the Parent University link under the parent tab at the top of the homepage)
Parent University Registration Form – Side 1
Please complete both sides of form and tear at perf to fax or mail.
PARENT/CAREGIVER INFORMATION (please print)
qMr.
Last name:
First Name:
qMs.
qMrs.
Street Address:
Apt.:
City:
State:
ZIP Code:
Home Phone:
Email Address:
Cell Phone:
What school does your child (or children) attend?:
MI:
PO Box:
Questionnaire
Please tell us a little bit more about yourself. Your answers to the questions below will help Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools learn more
about the people in Parent University and how we can better serve you. All information will be kept strictly confidential
1. What is your date of birth? _______ / _______ / _______ month
day
year
2.
What is your gender?
q Male
q Female
3. What is your race/ethnic group?
q American Indian/Alaska Native
q Hispanic/Latino
q Other: ____________________
q Asian/Pacific Islander
q White
q Black/African-American
q Arab American
q Married
q Widowed
q Separated
q Other: ____________________
4. What is your marital status?
q Single, Never Married
q Divorced
5. What is the highest level of education you have completed?
q Less than 8th grade
q 8th grade
q Some high school
q High School/GED
q Some College
q Technical/Vocational Certificate
q Two year College/Associate’s Degree
q Four –year College Degree q Master’s Degree
q Doctorate (PhD)
q Professional Degree (J.D.,M.D.)
q Other: ____________________
6. How many children under age 18 (total) live in your home? _______
7. How many adults over age 18 (total) live in your home? _______
8. What is your total annual household income level?
q Below $25,000
q $25,000 - $49,999
q $50,000 - $74,999
q $100,000 or more
q $75,000 - $99,999
9. Why are you taking a Parent University course? (Please check all that apply)
q A friend recommended it to me
q My child’s teacher recommended it to me
q I was required to attend
q I was interested in the workshop topic
q I was interested in participating in Parent University
q Other (please specify): _____________________________
10. How did you hear about Parent University? (Please check all that apply)
q A friend
q CMS Website
q My child’s teacher
q Other: _______________________
PLEASE TURN OVER TO LIST THE COURSES YOU WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND.
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2009-2010 Spring
Parent University Registration Form – Side 2
(Please Print)
Student INFORMATION
Child’s Name
Date of Birth
School
Grade
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Title
Date
Time
From
To
Location
________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature
Date
Online registration and complete course details are available at: www.cms.k12.nc.us
(Click the Parent University link under the parent tab at the top of the homepage)
Please complete BOTH sides of this form.
Fax completed form to 980-343-1338 or call 980-343-0318 for more information.
You may also return this form to the Family Advocate or Parent University liaison at your school.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Parent University
701 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28202
Attn: Mary Wilmore
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Please complete both sides of form and tear at perf to fax or mail.
2009-2010 Spring
Parent University Course Guide – Accomplishments 2008-2009
Parent University Accomplishments 2008-2009
n CMS launched Parent University in the fall of 2008. In the first
semester (September through November, 2008), 31 course topics
were offered 56 times in the fall. Courses were offered in schools,
public libraries, YMCAs, Urban League and other locations. More
than 2,700 parents attended these sessions, of which 1,556 parents
had children who attended Title I, Focus, or Achievement Zone
schools. Courses were offered in 12 Title I, Focus or Achievement
Zone schools in the first semester.
n In the first semester, 93% of participants surveyed said they learned
information and techniques they plan to use. 97% said the speakers
were effective and presented information that was helpful.
n In the second semester (January through May 19), Parent University
more than doubled its course offerings to 64 different topics offered
159 times throughout Mecklenburg County (68 offerings were
in Title I, Achievement Zone or Focus schools). Topics of interest
included Preparing for the EOGs and EOCs, transitional grades,
and professional growth and development. The Preparing for Endof-Grade and End-of-Course Tests workshop was offered more than
30 times with a total of nearly 1,000 parents attending. For the first
time, 15 classes were offered only in Spanish to serve our growing
Latino population. Locations for course offerings expanded to houses
of worship, business lunch-n-learn sessions, Park and Recreation
events and other locations. From January through May 19, more
than 8,000 participants were involved in the classes.
n In the fall of 2009, Parent University streamlined its course offerings
based on feedback from parents and community members. Sixty
course topics were offered nearly 160 times. As of November 21,
2009, 3,357 participants were involved in classes.
n Parent University increased its partnerships by working with agencies
such as Goodwill, Charlotte Emergency Housing, Hall House,
Charlotte Housing Authority, Truancy Court, Young Black Males
Leadership Conference, Park and Recreation Teen and Family
Summits, Salvation Army Center of Hope, Charlotte Housing
Authority, YMCA Starfish Program and NorthLake Mall - Live Well
Center and other organizations to offer courses.
n Parent University partnered with Leadership Charlotte (LC). For two
years, the LC class adopted Parent University as their community
service project. A team was assigned to each Learning Community,
and the team selected at least one of the neediest schools in the
Learning Community to offer a Parent University class. They
provided support for the presentation, meal, incentives, childcare,
promotion, etc. In 2008-2009, nine sessions were offered with more
than 1,200 participants in total.
n Parent University offered two family events to provide a unique
opportunity for families to receive resources and information while
having fun. The fall event was held at the Whitewater Center and
more than 9,000 participated. The spring event was held at the
Charlotte Checkers and more than 3,000 participated.
n In total, more than 26,000 participants were involved in the courses
and family fun events since the launch of the program.
n Volunteers have been involved and supported Parent University
through the Parent University Advisory Council, Curriculum Review
Committee, and Friends of Parent University committee.
n Parent University has secured more than $500,000 in support from
the Meck Ed Foundation, foundations, grants and businesses in the
first year to be used for the operational budget.
n More than 170 CMS teachers, administrators, counselors, as well as
community and business leaders offered in-kind support for Parent
University by serving as presenters, advisory council members,
curriculum review committee members, and volunteers.
Parent University Curriculum Partners
Carolinas Medical Center
Family Financial Literacy Coalition
Presbyterian Hospital
Central Carolinas Mental Health Association
Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center (ECAC)
Girl Scouts
Mecklenburg County (PLCMC)
Charlotte-Mecklenburg PTA Council
International House
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community
Relations Committee
Junior League of Charlotte
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department
Mecklenburg County 4-H
Child Care Resources, Inc.
Citizen Schools
College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC)
Latin American Coalition
Mi Casa Su Casa
Parent Voice
Parent Information Resource Center (PIRC)
Teen Health Connection
United Family Services
University of Phoenix
Urban League of Central Carolinas
Wachovia / Wells Fargo
YMCA
And many others...
Disclaimer: Parent University is a community collaboration that is provided to the public as a service for parents of children in Mecklenburg
County. Although courses provided through Parent University are advertised by CMS, course instructors may or may not be employees of
CMS. Therefore, please be mindful that the views, opinions, and teaching methods used by course presenters and partners do not necessarily
reflect those of CMS. In no event shall CMS assume or have any responsibility or liability for any information shared in regards to a particular
Parent University course or for any claims, damages or losses resulting from the use of such information. While it is the goal of CMS that Parent
University presenters and partners will provide parents with accurate, responsible, and appropriate instruction and information, CMS does not
have the capability to ensure these circumstances. Therefore, parents are encouraged to review a variety of resources on a particular topic, in
addition to the information gathered from Parent University course offerings.
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Parent University Sponsors
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2009-2010 Spring Semester - Charlotte

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