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SPRING 2016 Program Schedule

Please ensure to scroll down to view all of our upcoming programs!

BABYSITTER TRAINING for Students age 12 and up

Learn how to care for babies and children safely and responsibly. Includes: accident prevention, fire safety, emergencies, kids at different ages, and employer/employee responsibilities. Successful participants receive a certificate.  Students must be 12 years of age within two months of the workshop.  Please note that a nut free, bagged lunch and drink are required.  If your child has any allergies or health concerns the facilitator should be aware of, please call the office at 204-284-9311 after registration is completed. 

Choose one of the following dates:

Dates:               Saturday, April 23                          

                                Monday, May 9 (Winnipeg 1 S.D. In-Service Day - No school)

                           Friday, May 13   (Louis Riel S.D. In-Service Day - No school)     

                           Saturday, May 28

                           Friday, June 17   (Pembina Trails S.D. In-Service Day - No school)

        Time:                 9:00 am -  3:30 pm

 Fee:                  $35.00 per studentRegister Now!

READY, SET, SOLO! For Students age 11 and up, along with a parent

Together, you and your child create a plan for your child to stay at home alone safely and confidently.  Discuss concerns as they relate to your family, create guidelines, and increase communication between you and your child. Includes: home safety, family rules, emergencies, and strangers. Please note that in Manitoba children must not be left home alone until they are 12 years of age. 

Choose one of the following dates:

Dates:           Sunday, May 1          

                      Tuesday, May 17                  

                      Sunday, May 29      

           Time:           6:00 pm to 9:00 pm                  

         Fee:              $35.00 per family

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STUDENT STUDY SKILLS

Students learn how to be more organized and better prepared for tests and school work. Students identify their preferred learning style (visual, auditory, tactile) and learn about strategies for each style.  This program is not for students that require extra support in a learning environment.  Please call the office with any questions. If your child has any allergies or health concerns the facilitator should be aware of, please call the office at 204-284-9311 after registration is complete.

Dates:           Grades 5 and 6 - Tuesday, May 10

                      Grades 7 to 9 -    Thursday, May 12                                            

Time:             6:00 pm -  8:30 pm

Fee:               $25.00 per student

TRIPLE P - POSITIVE PARENTING PROGRAM 

For Parents of children ages 0 to 12

Learn simple and practical strategies to help confidently manage your child's behaviour, prevent problems, and build strong, healthy relationships. Triple P is a research-based parenting program that has been shown to work in most families. Child minding is not available.

Date:             Thursdays, (for 3 weeks) May 12, 19 and 26

Time:             7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Fee:                $35.00 per person or $45.00 per couple 

PARENTING STRATEGIES FOR ADHD Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

(for Parents of Children ages 6 to 12 with ADHD)

Explore parenting strategies such as effective communication and positive approaches to discipline that will strengthen your relationship with your child. Topics include: Defining rules; Teaching new skills; Responding to challenging behaviours consistently; Planning for potentially difficult situations; Encouraging behaviours you want to see more of; and Being a strong advocate for your child's needs.

         Date:               Mondays, for 4 weeks from May 9 to June 6

                                  (No class on May 23, Victoria Day)

        Time:               7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

        Fee:                  $50.00 per person or $60.00 per couple

        Call the office to be added to the waiting list if this program becomes full.

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HANDLE WITH CARE

(for Parents of children from Birth to age 6) 

Parents/caregivers will learn activities and strategies to promote their child's social and emotional development, as well as the importance of self-care to maintain their own well-being. Topics include: Building trust and attachment; Enhancing self-esteem; Expressing emotions; and Positive relationships. Child minding available.

            Date:       Wednesday mornings, for 4 weeks from May 11 to June 1

            Time:       9:30 am – 11:30 am

            FREE Program courtesy of the Fort Garry/St Norbert Healthy Child Coalition 

            To Register: Please call our office at 204-284-9311 after April 4 to register

Registration is required. No online registration is available for this program.

 PARENT EDUCATOR

This individualized one-on-one service will provide you, in your role of parent, with an opportunity to focus on challenges you are experiencing with your child.  In conversation with our parent educator, Lori Chrol, you will identify areas of your parent/child relationship that are problematic and receive effective approaches you can use immediately. 

Appointments are required. For details or to book an appointment please contact us at 284-9311.   Fee: $40.00 per hour.

Are you interested in leading Babysitting Workshops?

We offer free training for adults interested in leading Babysitting training workshops for students in their school or local community. Are you available to work on in-service days? We are always looking to hire new facilitators to work on an occasional basis. 

Please call our offices at 204-284-9311 for more information.

Refund Policy: If you withdraw from the program more than seven days prior to the start date, you will receive a refund less a $5 administration fee. After this time, or once the program has started, no refunds will be made. If we cancel a course, you will receive a full refund. 

Please note all programs must be prepaid. Payment must be received within seven days of registration to guarantee your place in the course. If payment is not received seven days prior to the workshop start date SWFIC reserves the right to cancel your registration.       

Registration for Children and Youth programs: Please ensure that you register only your own child. If your child has a friend who would also like to attend that child's family must complete the registration for them.