Restorative Practices focuses on the relationships and connections between and among all people within a school community and provides a framework for creating positive school climate and culture.
Research shows that integrating restorative practices into a school community can reduce negative behaviors and disciplinary incidents.
Moderator: Dr. Jo Ann Freiberg
Community Conversation regarding the proposed K-4 and 5-8 schools that will serve families in the Lockwood Avenue, Cove, and Shippan neighborhoods.
Today's working parent needs to build resiliency in order to prevent burnout. This class will give you the tools to manage stress while maintaining a sense of work and family life balance.
SPS is excited to offer the opportunity for families and students to learn more about block scheduling and what this change means for teaching and learning in our secondary schools. Join us May 18th at 6:30pm via zoom as Dr. Vince Mancuso leads a session specifically designed to help guardians and students learn what to expect in terms of possible daily schedules and having more time for deeper and hands-on learning and collaboration. Dr. Mancuso is a highly experienced science teacher, author, and national presenter who has provided professional development for all teachers at Westhill and Stamford High Schools in preparation for this important initiative.
Vaping and Substance Abuse - What Every Parent Should Know
Thursday May 12, 2022 7:00p.m.
Vaping and Substance Use: Why are teens more at risk?
The presentation will cover:
How do substances affect the developing teen brain?
What are the most common drugs that Stamford youth are using?
Supporting Stress, Excessive Worry, and Mental Health for Parents and Caregivers
Wednesday May 4, 2022 6:30p.m.
This presentation focuses on ways parents and caregivers can support their children with stress, excessive worry and mental health during the re-acclimation process. Participants will leave this presentation with strategies that they can utilize at home to help promote positive mental health and emotional growth.
