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FALL 2015 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 responsiblilites. 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 204-284-9311 after registration is completed. 

Choose one of the following dates:

Dates:               Saturday, September 26

                           Saturday, October 17

                           Friday, October 23          S.A.G.E. Province wide in-service day

                           Saturday, November 7

                           Monday, November 23    Pembina Trails SD in-service day

                           Friday, November 27        Louis Riel SD in-service day                 

        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.  You and your child will discuss concerns as they relate to your family. 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, September 27                6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

                      Thursday, October 8                   6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

                       Sunday, October 18                   6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

                               Wednesday, November 4          6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

       New Date:    Sunday, November 15                6:00 pm - 9:00 pm           

            Fee:              $35.00 per family

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BASIC STUDY SKILLS FOR STUDENTS 

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 204-284-9311 after registration is completed.

Dates:           Thursday, October 22        Grades 5 and 6

                      Thursday, November 5       Grades 7 to 9                                            

Time:             6:00 pm -  8:30 pm

Fee:               $25.00 per student

TRIPLE P - POSITIVE PARENTING PROGRAM 

For Parents of children aged 2 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.

Date:             Thursdays, (for 3 weeks) October 1, 8 and 15

Time:              7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Fee:                $35.00 per person or $45.00 per couple 

Learn how to: Build a positive relationship with your child (encouraging preferred behaviours); Teach children new skills; Set rules and give instructions that children will follow; Respond to misbehaviour immediately, consistently and decisively; use discipline strategies that work; Plan ahead to avoid or manage potentially difficult situations. This program includes families whose children have developmental delay, sensory or physical disabilities. An assessment or diagnosis is not required to participate.

Date:               Thursdays, for 6 weeks from November 5 to December 10

Time:               7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Fee:                  $50.00 per person or $60.00 per couple

BUILDING FAMILY STRENGTH Facilitated by Inspire Community Outreach For Parents with children of ages 5 to 12 (of varying abilities)

Does your child struggle with managing strong emotions? Would your family benefit from learning techniques to adapt in stressful situations and overcome adversity? Join us for a three session series reviewing ideas on how to help youth (and their family members) build resilience.

Date:             Tuesdays, (for 3 weeks) November 10, 17 and 24

Time:             7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

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ANXIETY IN CHILDREN for Parents

Do you have a child that is anxious?  Looking for ways to help?  Join the Anxiety Disorders Association of Manitoba to explore the different aspects of childhood anxiety, including signs and symptoms, thought patterns, and different types of anxiety.  Learn about ways to help a child who is struggling with anxiety.

            Date:       Tuesday, October 20

            Time:       6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

            Fee:          $15.00 per person or $20.00 includes a DVD

EFFECTIVE DISCIPLINE DURING THE TEEN YEARS

For Parents with children of ages 11 and up

Learn what influences pre-teen and teen behavior.  Discover ways to improve communication, encourage cooperation, discipline effectively and build a better relationship with your child.

            Date:       Mondays, (for 3 weeks), October 19, 26 and November 2

            Time:       7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

            Fee:          $45.00 per person or $55.00 per couple

 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 faciliatators to work on an occasional basis.  Please call our offices at 204-284-9311 for more information.

Cancellation Policy: Full Refunds will be issued if we cancel a course. If you withdraw from the program 7 days or more prior to the start date your will receive a refund of your course fee less a $5 administration fee. After this time and once the program has started no refunds will be made.          

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.