Due to numerous commitments, you may not have the time to attend hours – long educational workshops or training sessions. Fret not as these series of topical talks are curated just for you!
Usually held on the weekends, these educational talks which last 1 – 1.5 hour/s help you to gain insightful knowledge on parenting. Each talk specialises on a particular topic which is useful for you to manage different challenges that you face while communicating and relaying with your child. After attending the talk/s, you will still have your valuable weekend time to spend with your family/ friends or complete unfinished chores.
You can choose to attend specific talk/s which you find is/are the most relevant to you. These talks are hosted by trained professionals who have many years of experience in the education and parenting fields.
March Lunchtime Topical Talk Series
Ever had anger that results in behaviour that you later regret or recall in embarrassment? Does it disrupt your ability to think clearly and make good decisions? Parents constantly find themselves at their wits’ end when they see their children/teens repeating negative behaviours despite reprimands. The situation gets worse when children/teens blow up when parents are trying to guide them. They appear totally unreasonable and that is likely when parents themselves will ‘hit the roof’.
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The pre-teen years is a time of transition for children and parents. As our children gain in critical thinking skills and experience the curiosity about life, they question instructions and standards that parents set. It can be challenging for parents to also learn how to mentor their children whilst maintaining proper standards.
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“From Apathy to Curiosity: Helping Your Child Enjoy Learning” explores ways for parents to cultivate a love of learning by shifting from a grade-focused mindset to one that values effort and curiosity. It emphasizes fostering a growth mindset, where mistakes are learning opportunities, and provides practical strategies to nurture curiosity and reduce academic pressure.
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“Parenting with Resilience: Coping with Stress” provides strategies to help parents manage stress and build resilience. It introduces the C.O.P.E.S framework, which focuses on planning, perspective-taking, self-care, support-seeking, and calming techniques. It also identifies common parental stressors and offers practical tools like stress mapping to address them.
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Cyberbullying is a form of bullying that takes place through online platforms, intentionally harming or upsetting someone repeatedly. Many victims may suffer in silence, hesitant to confide in adults. Recognizing the signs and fostering open conversations with children is crucial in understanding their experiences and providing support.
Are you planning to apply for leave from work so as to monitor your child at home during the exam period? Do you feel more stressed about the coming exam than your child? Learn how to manage your inner fears and expectations.
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The triggers to exam stress