FOCD's parenting classes are designed to provide parents with an open learning environment for supporting the development of solid parenting skills. Classroom topics include: the appropriate expectations of child developmental capabilities, the role of a parent, the development of empathic awareness, and interactive skills between parent and child, including the value of playing together. Self-care techniques are also discussed with the intention to increase the health of the entire family.


CLASSES:
Parenting classes run for five consecutive weeks and meet on Monday evenings at The Lake Highlands Presbyterian Church. Classes are offered throughout the year. Parents can enroll in one of the following two programs, depending on the age of their child. For a class schedule, or to register, call 214.321.6292.

PACES (birth – kindergarten)
The PACES program is designed for parents of children from birth to age 5. PACES guides new parents who are learning to care for their children how to better understand and enjoy their child. The program incorporates information covering infant to preschooler development including safety issues such as baby proofing the home, potty learning, and ideas about discipline and safety.

One Step Ahead (kindergarten – 5th grade)
One Step Ahead is designed for parents with elementary school age children and covers in greater detail child safety, sleep disturbance issues, discipline and punishment issues, as well as behavior management techniques, positive parenting, anger management, and discussions about parent and child responsibilities.



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Click here to view 2009 Parenting Class Schedule (download PDF)

2010 PACES (birth - kindergarten) will begin on January 25th, 2010 - February 22, 2010. Please call 214-321-6292 to register, classes may fill up quickly. Classes begin at 6:30pm and end at 8:30pm, once per week, on Monday nights, for 5 weeks.