Dear Ballston Spa CSD Families,

The district is excited to announce that we have partnered with Building Better Futures, LLC. to bring our families a series of 10 virtual presentations titled "Parents as Partners". To learn more about the dates and descriptions for each session topic, please click this link: 2023-2024 Parents as Partners Webinar Series.

November 28, 2023

Fourth Session Topic: Navigating Difficult Conversations with Your Pre/Young Teen

Presenter: Renee Beaulieu, School Improvement Specialist and Parent

When: The live webinar will take place November 28th at 6:30pm. The session will be recorded and available for 30 days from November 28th.  

Description: Have you ever wondered how to start a difficult conversation or how to illicit more than a one-word answer from your pre and/or young teen?  Join us for a discussion on current and age-old topics that are important for our young teens.  We will discuss how to create opportunities to start those discussions and ways to help make it easier for your pre/young teens to share their thoughts. Participants will have an opportunity to share their concerns and/or successes.

How to Register: Please click this link to view the live session or the recording:  Webinar Registration - Zoom

All Session Descriptions and Registration Links: If you miss a session or want to register for a future session, you can see a full list of session descriptions and registration links here: Parents as Partners - Links and Topics 2023-2024  

For a flyer about the fourth session to share, click HERE

What Parents Are Saying About This Series:

• What a great opportunity our school is offering! -Meghan S
• I'm so thankful to have this resource as we all transition again. -Mary L.
• Thank you for coordinating this series for Saratoga parents!  I would love to attend. -Lesley H.
• Thank you for sharing your expertise with our community!- Karen H.
• I am a mom of 3 children and your upcoming webinars look so helpful.- Alexis P.
• Thank you for your support! -Ingrid L.
• These topics look great!  Thank you so much for doing this.- Kristen M.

For more information about the founder of this program, click HERE

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Third Session Topic: Avoidance, Obsessions, Perfectionism and Other Expressions of Anxiety

When: The live webinar will take place November 9th at 6:30pm. The session will be recorded and available for 30 days from November 9th.

Presenter: Dr. Jennifer Bashant

Description: According to the latest statistics, one in five children in this country have a diagnosable anxiety disorder. Anxiety, often referred to as “the great masquerader”, can be hard to recognize because it presents in so many different ways, from anger or behavioral challenges, to avoidance, to perfectionism. During this webinar, you will learn what to look for and how to recognize the different types of anxiety, as well as the six lies that anxiety tells. You will leave with tips and strategies to help your child cope with and overcome anxiety.

How to Register: Please click this link to view the live session or the recording: Webinar Registration - Zoom

There is an added viewing with school counselors on Thursday, November 16th at 6:00pm. **Please See Below  

**ADDED IN-PERSON VIEWING OPTION**:  School counselors will host an in-person viewing of this session for district families K-12 at the Wood Road / Milton Terrace Cafeteria on Thursday, November 16th at 6:00pm.  School Counselors will facilitate discussion, answer questions, and provide additional materials after viewing this session together as a group. Food, drinks and daycare will also be provided! Interested families must RSVP here by 11/13/23 due to limited space and availability.  Please view the flyer for additional information.  We hope to see you there!

All Session Descriptions and Registration Links: If you miss a session or want to register for a future session, you can see a full list of session descriptions and registration links here: Parents as Partners - Links and Topics 2023-2024  

For a flyer about the third session to share, click HERE

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Second Session Topic: "Special Education: The Basics".

When: The live webinar took place on Tuesday, October 24th at 6:30pm. This session has expired.

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First Session Topic: "Skills for a Successful School Year: Organize, Prioritize, and Manage Time".

When: The live webinar took place on Thursday, October 5th at 6:30pm. This session has expired.