webinar series: surviving and thriving at home with your children during the covid-19 pandemic

event date: 
wednesday, march 25, 2020 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm edt
wednesday, april 1, 2020 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm edt
wednesday, april 8, 2020 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm edt
event location: 
online
event fee: 
free
event contact name: 
david tranter
event contact e-mail: 

dr. david tranter, associate professor with the school of social work, will be offering free live and on-demand webinars for parents and caregivers.

the series entitled, surviving and thriving at home with your children during the covid-19 pandemic, provides expert advice in the areas of parenting, learning at home, and managing anxiety. dr. tranter is providing three webinars:

session one: the march break is over, now what?

wednesday, march 25, 1 pm

this first session of the series covers the top ten ways you and your children can successfully settle in to staying at home. topics will include: establishing realistic expectations, creating a daily routine, and dealing with stress and worry. 

session two: learning at home is not like learning at school

wednesday, april 1, 1 pm

this session will examine how you can support your child’s learning and development without turning your dining room into a classroom. topics will include: what matters most when it comes to learning, capitalizing on curiosity, and dealing with opposition without detention or suspension.

session three: are we having fun yet? saying positive over the long haul

wednesday, april 8, 1 pm

this session will focus on maintaining your own well-being so you can support the well-being of your children. topics will include staying motivated and positive, managing boredom and anxiety, and supporting your own well-being.

for more information or to register, visit: bigmarker.com/communities/nelson-professional-learning/conferences