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Workshops
All workshops are held at
Family Resources (1500 Green Bay Street, La Crosse) unless otherwise
noted. Although our workshops are listed separately for parents and child
care professionals, they are open to anyone interested in attending. For more information on the workshops or to register, call (608)
784-8125.
Parent Workshops
Child Care Workshops
Parent Workshops
Tricks Of the Trade
Come learn some tricks of
the trade (parenting tricks, that is!) from a stay-at-home dad of two
boys. Hear how he’s learned what works—and how he’s managed to have fun
while doing it!
Presented by: Pete Yocum, Parent
March 27th from
6:30-8:00 PM | CEU’s available
Growing, Choosing, and Preparing Vegetables
Learn the benefits of eating
vegetables, recommended amounts and community resources for fresh
produce. Taste delicious recipes that please the pickiest eater plus
tips on starting a container garden.
Presented by:
Sheila Harding and
Mary Hoeft-Leithold—La Crosse UW Extension
April 17th from
6:30-8:00 PM | CEU’s available
Skills For A Successful Marriage
Whether you’re thinking about
getting married, or have been married for many years, we are all looking
for intimacy and companionship. Research has found that successful
married couples demonstrate relationship skills that enhance their time
together. Learn to develop the relationship you desire.
Presented by:
Jerry Nelson, MS,
Marriage and Family Therapist
April 24th from
6:30-8:30 PM
Toddlers...Preschoolers! You've Got To Love Em!
Let’s talk about ways to
enjoy your little ones more – even during those challenging stages. We’ll
figure out the triggers that can ruin a family dinner or a shopping trip,
ways to avoid tantrums and turn misbehaviors into “teachable moments.”
Presented by:
Fran Swift—Parent Educator
May
22nd from
6:30-8:00 PM | CEU’s available
Live Your Values...Live In Peace
Come explore and define
what is important to you and your family. What do you truly value? We’ll
answer this question and identify key strategies to help you and your
children live in harmony with those values.
Presented by:
Stacy
Shapiro—President, Shapiro Strategies
June
19th from
6:30-8:00 PM | CEU’s available
To Pee Or Not To Pee...That Is the Question!
Come hear how to
recognize the signs of toilet learning readiness, how to proceed and,
foremost, how to avoid turning toilet learning into a major power
struggle.
Presented by:
Fran Swift—Family
Resources
June
26th from
6:30-8:00 PM | CEU’s available
Child Care Workshops
Creative Curriculum Network
This is a new opportunity
for all preschool teachers in the CESA #4 region to come together and
continue to learn about quality curriculum and assessment, using the
Creative Curriculum for Preschool, 4th Edition.
Free of charge, but registration
is required at least 24 hours prior to the event. CEU’s available.
This event is being
held at the following location:
CESA #4
923 East Garland
West Salem, WI
For more information
or to register, contact Gaye Tylka at (608) 786-4844.
January
10th, February 28th, & April 24th | 4:00-7:00 PM
Child care is not
available for this workshop.
Babysitter or Child Care Professional?
Do parents think of you as
a babysitter, or a child care professional? This three-part workshop will
help providers to establish and present themselves as the professionals
they are. Part one will serve as an introduction to the plan and
materials. During parts two and three, providers will work on developing a
parent handbook, a marketing plan and more. Enrollment is limited to 20
people.
April
3rd & 10th and May 8th from
6:00-7:30 PM | CEU’s available*
*Must attend all three
sessions to receive CEU's
Child care is not
available for this workshop.
Make A Difference In the Life Of A
Child
Child Care Professionals
who suspect that a child is or will be harmed, are mandated to report this
concern immediately to the appropriate agency. Deciding to report child
abuse/neglect can be a difficult decision. Learn more about when to
report.
Presented by: La Crosse County Child Protective Services
May 15th from
6:30-8:00 PM | CEU’s available
This workshop is being held at the following location:
La Crosse County Health
and Human Services Building - Basement Auditorium
(300 N. 4th Street)
Child care is not
available for this workshop.
Creative Curriculum Network
This is a new opportunity
for all preschool teachers in the CESA #4 region to come together and
continue to learn about quality curriculum and assessment, using the
Creative Curriculum for Preschool, 4th Edition.
Free of charge, but registration
is required at least 24 hours prior to the event. CEU’s available.
This event is being
held at the following location:
CESA #4
923 East Garland
West Salem, WI
For more information
or to register, contact Gaye Tylka at (608) 786-4844.
January
10th, February 28th, & April 24th | 4:00-7:00 PM
Child care is not
available for this workshop.
Early Childhood Forum
A networking and
professional development opportunity for all persons in the CESA #4
region interested in early childhood care and education issues. Free of
charge, but registration is required at least 24 hours prior to the
event. CEU’s available
This event is being
held at the following location:
CESA #4
923 East Garland
West Salem, WI
For more information
on specific topics or to register, contact Gaye Tylka at (608) 786-4844.
January
31st, March 13th, & May 8th | 4:00-7:00 PM
Child care is not
available for this workshop.
Orientation for County Child Care Certification
If you are interested in becoming a
County Certified Child Care Professional, you will need to attend one of
the sessions below.
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Saturday, April 5th
| 11:30 AM-12:00 PM
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Thursday,
May 1st | 8:30-9:00 PM
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Saturday,
June 7th | 11:30 AM-12:00 PM
Child care is not
available.
Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention
Shaken Baby Syndrome occurs when an infant or young child is shaken
forcibly. By providing information to parents and other caregivers on the
dangers and alternative ways to cope with an infant’s crying, the
incidence of the syndrome can be reduced.
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Saturday, April 5th
| 9:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Thursday,
May 1st | 6:00-7:30 PM
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Saturday,
June 7th | 9:00 AM-10:30 AM
Child care is not
available for this workshop.
SIDS: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
There are things that parents and
caregivers can do to reduce the risk of a SIDS death. During this workshop
you will learn more about SIDS and how to prevent it.
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Saturday, April 5th
| 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
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Thursday,
May 1st | 7:30-8:30 PM
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Saturday,
June 7th | 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
Child care is not
available for this workshop.
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