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Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Can you believe that September is almost over? Just like the Hungry Caterpillar, we hope you're excited for fall foliage, cooler weather, and finding the perfect pumpkin.
🍂 Join us this week for October's Parent Forum:
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In this month's Parent Forum (English) Eran Magen, PhD, founder of Parenting for Humans, offers How to Support Your Upset Child or Teen (October 3).
🎃 Mark your calendars for these great events coming up in October!
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How can students learn to use AI tools ethically and responsibly? Ana Homayoun and Jesse Park, Green Ivy Educational Consulting, present Helping Students Navigate AI with Confidence and Curiosity (October 9).
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October's Foro de padres (español) features Anna Herrera, RCSD Assistant Superintendent, in ¿Qué hacer si la maestra sugiere una evaluación de educación especial? (special education evaluation) (October 14).
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There’s no one “right” way to raise good humans. Psychologist and NYT bestselling author Aliza Pressman, PhD, joins us for The 5 Principles of Parenting: An Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans (October 16).
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NEW! Can we promote civil discourse in youth? Lindsey Cormack, PhD, author and associate professor of political science, joins us for How to Raise a Citizen (and Why It's Up to You to Do It) (October 21).
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NEW! How would you help an adolescent design a life? Chris Balme, education leader, writer, and school founder, offers Four Ingredients for a Meaningful Life: Helping Adolescents Make Wise Choices (October 22).
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– Attendee, Breaking the Silence: A Doctor’s Insights on Youth Suicide Awareness and Prevention
| | Upcoming 2025 - 2026 Events | | | |
Helping Students Navigate AI with Confidence and Curiosity
Ana Homayoun, Founder, and Jesse Park, Green Ivy Educational Consulting
Thursday, October 9, 2025
5:30pm – 6:30pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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Why Neurodivergent Kids Need Autonomy to Navigate a Neurotypical World
Bill Stixrud, PhD, and Ned Johnson, Bestselling Authors of The Self-Driven Child
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
5:30pm – 6:30pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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The 5 Principles of Parenting: An Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans
Aliza Pressman, PhD, Developmental Psychologist, NYT Bestselling Author
Thursday, October 16, 2025
5:30pm – 6:30pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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NEW! How to Raise a Citizen (And Why It's Up to You to Do It)
Lindsey Cormack, PhD, Associate Professor of Political Science, Stevens Institute of Technology
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
5:30pm – 6:30pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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NEW! 4 Ingredients for a Meaningful Life: Helping Adolescents Make Wise Choices
Chris Balme, Education Leader, School Founder, Author of The Magic of Middle School and Challenge Accepted
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
5:30pm – 6:30pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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Parent Forum #43 (English) - How to Support Your Upset Child or Teen
Eran Magen, PhD, Founder, Parenting for Humans and Early Alert
Friday, October 3, 2025
12:00pm - 1:00pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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Foro de padres #47 (español) - ¿Qué hacer si la maestra sugiere una evaluación de educación especial?
Anna Herrera, Vicesuperintendente de Servicios Educativos, Distrito Escolar de Redwood City
Martes 14 de octubre de 2025
5:30pm en punto – 6:30pm
Evento en linea (en vivo)
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Through My Eyes (Understood.org)
We’re proud to share Through My Eyes, a new interactive tool from our partners at Understood.org. This tool lets people experience the world through the eyes of kids with ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia.
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Feedback from CA Parents: REACH Lab, Stanford University
Stanford's REACH Lab is looking for feedback from California parents to help prevent fentanyl overdoses. Discussions will be in English and Spanish, participants will receive a $50 gift card.
Tuesday, October 21st from 3-4:15pm
Thursday, October 23rd from 3-4:15pm
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10 Questions to Ask Your Kid Besides ‘How Was School?’
Every parent has been on the receiving end of a one-word answer. You ask your kid how their day was, and they offer "fine,” “good,” or “OK.” Experts say there are ways to increase the likelihood of more meaningful conversations.
— TIME
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"Timeless Torches" Take the Stage
The Timeless Torches, dance squad for the WNBA's New York Liberty, are all over 40. With its oldest member at 88, the squad puts on a show of vitality and warmth that inspires its fans!
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Building Bridges: Neurodiversity-Affirming Practices for Parents and Schools
Emily Kircher-Morris, LPC, and Amanda Morin provide parents and educators with essential knowledge about neurodiversity and neurodiversity-affirming practices.
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