PEP Home Parent Encouragement Program

Workshops

For Parents, Couples, and Families


Our workshops are one evening (or morning) presentations on a wide variety of parenting subjects.

The More, the Merrier: Positively Parenting a Bigger Family (For parents with 3 or more children)

Putting an End to Whining (For parents of children age 2 - 12)

Conflict Resolution in Intimate Relationships (For any couple in a committed, intimate relationship.)

Allowances: Early Lessons for Money Management (For parents of children age 5-18)

This Isn't a Hotel and I'm Not Your Maid: Getting Your Kids to Help Out (For parents of children age 5-18)

Teaching Self-Regulation Through Emotion Coaching (For parents of children age 1-7)

"But They're Hurting Each Other!" Dealing with Sibling Conflict (For parents of children age 4-12)

Positive Parenting After Separation or Divorce (For all separated or divorced parents)

Challenging Behaviors of Toddlers and Preschoolers (For parents of children age 1-5)

"Mom They're Being Mean to Me!" (For parents of children age 8-13)

Getting Organized: Where Do We Start? (For all parents)

Backtalk: How Dare You Speak to Me That Way! (For parents of children age 5-18)

Managing the Internet in the Age of Handheld Devices (For all parents whose child uses a mobile device)

When Everything Turns Into a Fight (For parents of children age 12-16.)

Setting Limits with Extra-Challenging Children (For parents of children age 4-14)

Power Tools for Power Struggles (For parents of children age 4-14)

Nourishing Your Kids and the Whole Family (For all parents)

Good Fences, Happy Families: Setting Limits with Young Kids (For parents of children age 1 ½-5)

Breaking Down the Barrier Between You and Your Teen or Tween (For parents of children age 10-19)

Motivating Your Kids to Succeed (For parents of children age 4-18)

Planning for Safe Teen Driving (For parents with or without their teens, age 14 and up)

When Parents Disagree on How to Parent (For all parents)

New this summer - PEP workshops offered through Frederick Community College:
  •  Power Tools for Power Struggles: 6/19 and 7/11
  •  Setting Limits — Help for Parents of Children age 5-12: 6/27 and 7/17
For more information, go to Frederick Community College website, select the Summer 2013 schedule, and go to page 58 or search for "Parent Encouragement Program". (You must register through the college.)

The More, the Merrier: Positively Parenting a Bigger Family

For parents with 3 or more children

What does positive discipline look like in families with more than the average 2.3 children? How do parents keep things organized, deal with sibling rivalry, and make sure everyone's needs are met? Learn from a parent of four how to win cooperation and maintain respect and dignity for all members of a large family.

Monday, 5/20/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #604

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Pre-registration with full payment required for all PEP programs. See policies for more information.

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Putting an End to Whining

For parents of children age 2 - 12

Why do kids keep whining despite all the reminding, cajoling, and lecturing parents do to get them to stop? Learn the answers and what will really work to foster more respectful, enjoyable communication in your family.

Thursday, 5/23/13   •   9:45 - 11:45 am   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  •  (childcare available)  • #602

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Conflict Resolution in Intimate Relationships

For any couple in a committed, intimate relationship.

No healthy relationship is totally without conflict, but it can be handled in ways that are respectful to both parties and lead to personal and relationship growth. Learn how to deal cooperatively with issues of difference, from daily concerns to longstanding ones, and in the process, enrich your relationship.

New date: Saturday, 6/15/13   •   7:00 - 10:00 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $80/couple; $72/PEP member couple  • #607

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Allowances: Early Lessons for Money Management

For parents of children age 5-18

When do you start an allowance, and do you relate it to responsibilities? Get the answers and develop a structure for teaching your children money management skills, financial savvy, and the benefits of saving and giving.

Tuesday, 6/18/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #1

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This Isn't a Hotel and I'm Not Your Maid: Getting Your Kids to Help Out

For parents of children age 5-18

Surveys say our kids are doing fewer chores and helping out around the house less than ever. Discover the methods that work to raise competent, cooperative kids who know how to pitch in and actually want to help with the household chores.

Thursday, 6/20/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #2

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Teaching Self-Regulation Through Emotion Coaching

For parents of children age 1-7

Children's crying, screaming, fearfulness and anger are big challenges for parents, particularly when the child has a limited vocabulary to describe what's wrong. Emotion coaching, when used over time, helps children to calm themselves more quickly, experience less stress in their lives, and become better problem solvers.

Wednesday, 6/26/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #3

To register online, click   and scroll down the chronological list of classes to find the one that interests you.

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"But They're Hurting Each Other!" Dealing with Sibling Conflict

For parents of children age 4-12

Children spend more time with their siblings than with friends, parents, or teachers, and sibling squabbling can be a major source of irritation and angst for parents. Understand the causes of the rivalry, when to step in and when to stay out of it, and how you can help your children get along better.

Thursday, 6/27/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #4

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Positive Parenting After Separation or Divorce

For all separated or divorced parents

Learn how to raise capable, responsible children in families where parents have separated or divorced and how to use positive parenting strategies to nurture respect, harmony, and cooperation.

Wednesday, 7/10/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  •  (childcare available)  • #5

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Challenging Behaviors of Toddlers and Preschoolers

For parents of children age 1-5

Unsure what to do about tantrums, hitting, or lack of cooperation? Are mornings and bedtimes particularly difficult? This workshop will discuss how to handle these type of tough behaviors while still being respectful to your child and yourself.

Thursday, 7/11/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #6

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"Mom They're Being Mean to Me!"

For parents of children age 8-13

Sometimes kids aren't very nice to each other. Sometimes they're just learning appropriate social skills and other times it's bullying. Come to this workshop to learn how to tell the difference and what to do about it.

Monday, 7/15/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #7

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Getting Organized: Where Do We Start?

For all parents

Too much to do? Always running late? What's for dinner? This 2-hour class will examine the common pitfalls in getting organized and then, using Adlerian principals, find inspiration in the benefits of a more organized household. You will leave with concrete tips on de-cluttering your house and your schedule to make sure you have space and time to enjoy your family life.

Wednesday, 7/17/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #8

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Backtalk: How Dare You Speak to Me That Way!

For parents of children age 5-18

Does your child speak to you in a disrespectful manner? Are you getting used to back talk because you hear it so often? Learn why children engage in disrespectful talk, as well as strategies for reducing back talk and building stronger relationships.

Thursday, 7/18/13   •   7:00 - 10:00 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $45/person; $40.50/PEP member  • #9

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Managing the Internet in the Age of Handheld Devices

For all parents whose child uses a mobile device

In the age of mobile devices--like smartphones, tablets and e-readers--filtering and controlling the content your child sees is no longer a simple process. Multiple operating systems and differing rules for differing devices can be frustrating! Come learn how to develop a comprehensive plan for managing the internet use in your home on all devices

Monday, 7/22/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #10

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When Everything Turns Into a Fight

For parents of children age 12-16.

Parents and teens fight when they can't agree on who should be in charge. In this talk on problem solving with teens, we will discuss when take control and when to step aside so that you can work together to solve issues in your lives

Wednesday, 7/24/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #11

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Setting Limits with Extra-Challenging Children

For parents of children age 4-14

Some kids challenge their parents to develop more skills -- whether for thinking on your feet to deal with a perplexing situation in the moment or for setting the boundaries that will enable your child to become more reasonable and cooperative over the long term. This workshop will help you understand and appreciate your child's personality, maintain your calm, and use positive tools to help your child learn more appropriate behaviors. Extra-challenging children include those who are oppositional, distractible, inattentive, or have sensory or learning issues.

Monday, 7/29/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #12

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Power Tools for Power Struggles

For parents of children age 4-14

Nobody wins a power struggle between a parent and child. Even if a parent is successful in making a child do something, the parent is left with the feeling of frustration that there had to be a fight in the first place. This workshop will focus on the causes of power struggles and the tools to prevent them.

Tuesday, 7/30/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   St. Rose of Lima, Gaithersburg, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #13

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Nourishing Your Kids and the Whole Family

For all parents

Discover how eating well can be easy, fun, and creative. Get loads of ideas for balanced, nutrient-dense meals and snacks for all ages. You will learn how to create weekly menus and grocery lists, ways to encourage your kids to eat a variety of foods, plus holistic nutrition tips that will help you and your family get the most from the food you eat. Discover adventurous food that your kids will enjoy helping to prepare and love eating.

Saturday, 8/10/13   •   10:00 am - 12:00 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #14

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Good Fences, Happy Families: Setting Limits with Young Kids

For parents of children age 1 ½-5

What's the secret to getting children to put away their toys, play nicely with others, go to bed, and do all the other things parents want them to do? Find out why firm and friendly limits work so much better than time-out and other punishments, and get tried-and-true tips for building and maintaining those secure, loving boundaries.

Tuesday, 8/13/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #15

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Breaking Down the Barrier Between You and Your Teen or Tween

For parents of children age 10-19

Have you tried to "lay down the law," reason or negotiate with, or give up and turn the other way when it comes to your teen? Are you tired of disrespectful and dishonest behavior? Or maybe you want to build a relationship with your teen or tween and you're looking for ideas on how to do that. This workshop will offer you a fresh and workable approach to establishing and maintaining a strong, loving relationship with your teen or tween.

Wednesday, 8/14/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #16

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Motivating Your Kids to Succeed

For parents of children age 4-18

What are the most effective ways to motivate children to work hard and strive for success? How can parents inspire their children, and what kinds of encouragement do children most appreciate? Start the school year with a plan for engaging your children in their work and keeping them going even when the work gets hard

Monday, 8/19/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   Crossings Center for the Healing Traditions, Silver Spring, MD  • $30/person; $27/PEP member  • #17

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Planning for Safe Teen Driving

For parents with or without their teens, age 14 and up

Family members working together can substantially reduce the risks of crashes in the first years of teen driving. Learn about the problems experienced by novice teen drivers and proven strategies for teens and parents to safely navigate this critical stage.

National Safety Council Guidebook on teen driving is supplied, along with current state guidelines for novice drivers. This workshop does not replace driver's education requirements. Parents can attend alone or with their teen.

Wednesday, 8/21/13   •   7:30 - 9:30 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $30/person, $15/teen; $27/PEP member, $13.50/teen member  • #18

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When Parents Disagree on How to Parent

For all parents

Couples often have different ideas about parenting. One wants to be firm, the other kind. Conflicts might arise over priorities for the children, for example, academics vs. extracurricular activities. Find out why it's important to work together for what is best for your children, and how to do that in a way that meets the needs of both parents.

Presenter: Barbara Fairfield LCMFT, Adlerian therapist.

Note: This is an interactive workshop. You will benefit more by attending with your parenting partner, but that is not required. Participants who come without partners will be paired with each other for the exercises.

Thursday, 8/22/13   •   7:00 - 10:00 pm   •   PEP Office, Kensington, MD  • $45/person; $40.50/PEP member  • #19

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NOTE: Workshops marked as FULL will take a short waiting list. If someone cancels before the workshop, we will contact the people on the list, in the order they were added.


Parent Encouragement Program  •  10100 Connecticut Avenue  •  Kensington, MD 20895  •  301-929-8824  •  703-242-8824