Raising a Thinking Child – virtual/online via Zoom

Stay tune for Fall 2024 dates

Triple P: Positive Parenting Classes – The following classes below are FREE and taught virtually online for state-wide audiences. Participants learn practical tools to raise thriving children and teens and deal with problem behavior. More information on registration and dates can be found on the main Extension website: CLICK HERE

• For parents and caregivers with children ages 0-12: April 30, May 7, 14, and 21. Time options: 10-11:30 am or 6-7:30 pm.
• For parents and caregivers of teens (12-16 yrs old): October 16, 23, 30. Time options: 10-11:30 am or 6-7:30 pm. To register, CLICK HERE

Focus on Fathers Series – Open to all types of fathers! Come join this series with other fathers while learning to boost your child’s social and emotional skills. Classes are FREE and taught virtually online from 8-9 pm. To learn more about the series offered by UW-Extension, click HERE. Below are the upcoming dates and topics for the father series. If interested, you can register by clicking HERE.

• May 14 – Fathers Communicate with their Children
• June 11 – Relax and Enjoy Fathering
• July 9 – Fathers Help Children Handle Emotions
• August 13 – Fathers Help Children Make Good Choices

Co-Parenting Classes – The Resilient Co-Parenting classes are for parents or caregivers who are raising their children together while living apart. These classes are a source of ongoing support for co-parents as they continue their journey. Anyone can join! Classes are FREE and taught virtually from 7-8 pm. To learn more about the series offered by UW-Extension, click HERE. To register for any of the classes below, click HERE. Below are the upcoming session for the series:

• June 6 – Healthy Coping During Times of Stress
• August 1 – Successful Stepfamilies
• September 5 – Relationship Readiness
• October 3 – Mindful Money Practices
• November 7 – Finding Your Families Rhythm
• December 5 – Forgiveness for Moving Forward

Easy Ways to Connect with Kids – Two-part series workshop where participants will learn and apply the 5 love languages and the benefits of reading to children so that it helps increase the parent-child bond. CLICK HERE to register. Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pm. Date options below:

• June 20 & 27 – in person at Dane County Extension Building, Drumlin room (5201 Fen Oak Drive, Madison, WI 53718)

Teaching Children about Emotions – Two – part series workshop focus on the importance of socioemotional development and how caregivers can continue to support children with their development. Time: 6:00 – 7:15 pm. Click HERE to register. Date options below:

• May 21 & 28 – virtual via Zoom
• July 23 & 30 – in person at Dane County Extension Building, Drumlin room (5201 Fen Oak Drive, Madison, WI 53718)

Money Matter Series – Whether you are looking to set financial goals, make a spending plan (budget), learn ways to save money, or figure out how to keep your financial records, this FREE online series over Zoom is for you! Each session will be up to an hour long and will include a short presentation and lots of time for discussion and questions. There are 4 topics below for you to join! You can join one or as many sessions as you like. Time options: 10-11 am or 6:30-7:30 pm. To register, CLICK HERE.

• May 1 – Financial Goal Setting
• May 8 – Budgeting – How to Make a Spending Plan
• May 15 – Saving Money
• May 22 – Financial Record Keeping

RENT Smart – This is a FREE program and has 6 lessons. It focuses on the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience. It challenges participants to know and understand their rights and responsibilities as a tenant, as well as know and understand the rights and responsibilities of their landlord. Emphasis is on forming a strong partnership between the tenant and landlord. Establishing a positive rental history is much like having a positive credit report and Rent Smart starts participants on the right path for success. Complete all 6 lessons and you could get a certificate of completion. More information about the program can be found HERE.

Classes will be held in-person Mondays & Fridays at the UW South Madison Partnership Center. CLICK HERE to register for the classes. Below are upcoming session dates and times:

• September 9 – Lesson 1 & 2. Time Options: 9-11 am or 5:30-7:30 pm
• September 13 – Lesson 3. Time Options: 10-11 am or 5:30 – 6:30 pm
• September 16 – Lesson 4. Time Options: 10-11 am or 5:30 – 6:30 pm
• September 20 – Lesson 5. Time Options: 10-11 am or 5:30 – 6:30 pm
• September 23 – Lesson 6. Time Options: 10-11 am or 5:30 – 6:30 pm

Brazelton Touchpoint Center – Provides online education, resources, and talks for families and childcare professionals. Topics varies and focuses on different touchpoints in child development, family dynamic, and communities.

• Turtle Talk – Collectively Raising Indige-babies. This is a new 4-part series and is offered via virtual for FREE. This series explores the many ways in which families help their children grow their Native identities and connections with land, while navigating diverse systems of care and learning. Each episode is about 1.50 hr long on Fridays – May 24, Sept 13, Sept 27, and Oct 18, from 3-4:30 pm EST/ 12-1:30 pm PST/ 2-3:30 pm CST. More information can be found on the Brazelton website.

Other upcoming professional development events and opportunities:

• May 16: Blocked Care: What to do when you run out of compassion via Wisconsin Family Connections Center
• October 11: Fathers in Focus Conference 2024 in Madison, WI (more information to come)
• October 14-16: Wisconsin Perinatal Conference in Green Bay via Wisconsin Association for Perinatal Care