Family Engagement & Relationships Summer Classes Available!

Published on by AMY HENDRICKSON
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Everyday Parenting & Family Transitions

Classes Available!

The Family Engagement and Relationships program serves Wisconsin children and caregivers during all life circumstances. We provide free and low cost educational classes and resources to encourage optimal child development, positive parenting, and flourishing family relationships. Everything we do reflects the latest and best research available. We work hard to cultivate positive community, state, and national efforts so that all children can reach their full potential.

Find a Class

Everyday Parenting

Raising Wisconsin’s Children

Join free parenting classes each month! These classes offer practical, research-based ideas to support your parenting and help children grow.
1:00 p.m. (Virtual):

  • June 19: Playful Parenting
  • July 17: Teens, Screens, & Social Media
  • August 21: How to Talk to Kids About Tough Stuff

Focus on Fathers

Hey dads! Your role matters! Join us for discussions on parenting, family life, and how to handle modern challenges. A space for dads to support each other.
6:00 p.m. (Virtual):

  • June 10: Fathers Teach Perspective
  • July 8: Fathers Help Children Make Good Choices
  • August 12: Fathers Help Children Handle Emotions
  • September 9: Fathers Teach Children to be Good Citizens

VISIT OUR CLASS CALENDAR
TO SIGN UP:

https://parenting.extension.wisc.edu/class-calendar

To make sure everyone has a great experience, we limit the number of spots in our classes. Registration is required.

Family Transitions

Resilient Co-Parenting

Join us for ongoing support for your co-parenting journey. Topics include healthy coping during transitions and healthy boundaries.
7:00 p.m. (Virtual):

  • June 5: Healthy Coping During Times of Transition
  • August 7: Healthy Boundaries with Your Co-Parent
  • September 4: Relationship Readiness
  • October 2: Mindful Money Practices
  • November 6: Finding Your Family’s Rhythm
  • December 4: The Gift of Forgiveness

Parents Forever

Learn how to lessen the impact of divorce on children, co-parent without conflict, and improve self-care to foster resilience.
Times Vary (Virtual):

  • June 10, 17, 23
  • July 10
  • August 8, 13, 23, & 30

Strong Couples

Six self-paced online modules and five coaching calls that teach you skills to improve your romantic relationship. Free and backed by research!
Visit: parenting.extension.wisc.edu/strong-couples