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May 2024 E-Newsletter
As the school year draws to an end, thoughts of summer fill our minds. At PEN, we are already working on 2024-24 plans. It’s an exciting time!
April 2024 E-Newsletter
No matter how passionate or committed we may be to something, a breath of Spring makes things even more worthwhile.
March 2024 E-Newsletter
Woot! Woot! Let’s hear it for Parenting with Strength and Serenity! PEN’s Annual Reducing Stress & Anxiety Series kicked off last month on February 7. The series continues this month and into April. The line up is extraordinary. We have many different topics at many different locations – so we hope you participate and find something that is of interest to you.
Feb 2024 E-Newsletter
I’ve been thinking about new beginnings lately. Why? Parent Engagement Network decided to kick off the new year with a nod to what we do. This year brings new excitement to PEN. As we work to engage, educate and empower parents and caregivers, we are developing new ways to support our mission and to tell our story.
Jan 2024 E-Newsletter
Happy New Year!
I’m not big on making New Year Resolutions. I always feel guilty if I don’t carry through. This year, however, I resolve to be authentic in my relationships, including my family. Truly. For real.
2023 E-Newsletters
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A Breath of Spring
No matter how passionate or committed we may be to something, the fresh breath of Spring makes things feel even more worthwhile. I look forward to the days of puttering around my garden, thinking about my new plans and - just dreaming. Having dreams is a great way to...
PEN’s 2023 Reducing Stress & Anxiety Series | PEN’s 2023 Talleres para apreder a reducir el estrás y la ansiedad
CLICK EACH CLASS TITLE TO REGISTER:(Interpretación al español) April 15: "It's Going to be OK" Myths of Certainty & Control | “Todo va a estar bien" los mitos sobre la certeza y el control April 15: 10 Things Everyone w/a Brain Needs to Know | 10 cosas que todas...
PEN’s 20th Birthday Party Sponsorship
This Summer Has New Opportunities
How is your summer going? What has changed? Are you worried about or challenged by the existing environment? This summer has presented a different scenario for parents. Many parents are trying to work while their children have increased free time. Some worry their...
Parenting: As You Go, They Go
Did you know that the language you use to describe your emotions can actually have an impact on how you feel? This is based on psychological theories that show that when information from your body is made meaningful through language, you begin to feel the related...
Maintaining Your Physical & Mental Health During the Holidays
For many, the holidays bring special times being together with family, working a little less, and celebrating life. For others, the holidays bring hard times. Remembering lost loved ones, worrying about finances, and balancing day-to-day activities and healthy habits...
Strategies to Relieve Parental Worry
Are you a worrier? To worry is to give way to anxiety or unease; to allow one’s mind to dwell on difficulty or troubles. This can be true for actual or potential issues. I will be the first to admit that I have worried plenty. Sometimes my worries were grounded in...
The Power of Parents in Reducing Stress & Anxiety
Parenting is not about perfection; it is about consistency and patience. One of your roles as a parent is to love and protect your children, while also giving them the room they need to grow, discover themselves, and learn how to navigate the world. When they are...
Understanding Your Kids Perspective: Truly a Sixth Sense
Spring! Birds chirping, flowers blooming, rain pouring, and sun shining. The change of seasons brings fresh feelings, excitement, and new perspectives. Gaining new perspectives is an incredibly important part of life, but not just for enjoying the seasons. It is...
Instagram: Tips & Tools for Keeping it Fun & Safe
We are all aware of the popularity of the social platform, Instagram. Since 2010, Instagram has grown to have more than 50 million active users and is second in popularity to Facebook. Instagram’s popularity among young people surpasses Facebook. The majority of...
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