Strengthening Families Evenings Offered

Beginning February 4th Surprise Lake Middle School is offering the Strengthening Families Series.  This workshop is free, open to the entire family and will occur one evening per week for seven weeks, with a focus on families with students in middle school.  This innovative program is for families interested in equipping their students with skills to resist peer pressure, avoid drugs and alcohol, set goals and start planning for their future.  Parents will have the opportunity to discuss pertinent topics with other parents and will learn more about what to expect while raising children of this age.  Childcare and dinner provided. Space is limited, so register soon by contacting Kerri Godina, Counseling Intern at 253-517-1300 or kgodina@fife.k12.wa.us.

Registration Form

Strengthening Families

Session Topics

Session One:   Feb. 4

      Parents: Love and Limits

      Youth:  Having goals and dreams

      Families: Supporting goals and dreams

Session Two:   Feb. 11

      Parents: Making House Rules

      Youth: Appreciating parents/caregivers

      Families: Appreciating family members

Session Three:  Feb. 25

      Parents: Encouraging good behavior

      Youth: Dealing with stress

      Families: Using family meetings

Session four:  Mar. 3

      Parents: Using consequences

      Youth: Following rules

      Families: Understanding family rules

Session Five: Mar. 10

      Parents: Building bridges

      Youth: Dealing with peer pressure

      Families: Building family communication

Session Six: Mar. 17

Parents: Parents protecting against substance abuse

      Youth: Reaching out to others

      Families: Families and peer pressure

Session Seven: Mar. 24     

       Parents: Getting help for special family needs