Yorkshire Academy regularly hosts presentations and seminars of particular interest to parents. Each event in the Parent Education Series is free of charge and open to the community. Reservations are not required, so please check back regularly for schedule updates, and bring a friend!
2009/2010 Schedule
Facebook/MySpace Seminar for Concerned Parents & First Time Users
October 14, 2009 | 9:00 a.m. | Music Room
Presented by Misty Khan
- General Overview—What is Facebook, Where Did It Come From, Who Uses It, and What for? Dos and Don’ts for Monitoring
- Your Kids on Facebook—How to Protect Your Child’s Personal Brand on the Web.
- Facebook & Yorkshire—Some Ideas for Using Facebook as a Communication Tool.
- Questions & Answers.
- Download PowerPoint presentation. (412KB)
Life (with children) Management
November 4, 2009 | 9:00 a.m. | Music Room
Presented by Wende Ragonis
Prioritize to have ownership of your TIME! Are there too few hours in the day to accomplish your goals, or are you stressed and rushed in everything you do? If there is one thing within your control, it is your time. Wende Ragonis, a former Yorkshire parent and PVC President, will share life management and organizational skills that you can utilize in your day-to-day routine. Believe it or not there is enough time in each day to accomplish your tasks and have stress free time with your family. Join Wende as she reviews some proven methods to life (with children) management.
Swim Safety is a Priority!
May 12, 2010 | 9:00 a.m. | Music Room
Presented by Leslie Crawford
Texas Family & Protective Services reports that 71 children under 17 drowned so far in 2009, the highest rate for this time of year ever. SwimJim Texas will explain where drownings happen, how to protect your family and what to do if a drowning event should occur. We will also raffle a free month of swim lessons for one of the attending Yorkshire families.
Past Presentations
Some of the previous Parent Education Series presentations sponsored by the Yorkshire Foundation have included:
Food Allergies—What Every Parent Should Know
Today one in 25 in America has a food allergy, and often it is a life threatening condition. It may not be your child, but food allergies likely impact someone you or your children know. Learn the basics about food allergies and separate fact from fiction. Mike Lade is a frequent public speaker on this topic and has been interviewed by KPRC Local 2, Great Day Houston, Newsweek Magazine, and the Houston Chronicle.
“Say it with Power”
Presented by Performance English—a Training and Development Company offering Corporate Workshops, Seminars, Executive and Private Coaching—this program has assisted men and women from around the world to be clear and impactful in their verbal communications.
100+Activites for Houston Kids
Being a parent is no easy job and the Houston humidity doesn't make it easier. As a mom and native Houstonian, Meagan Salch culls through loads of information and shares it with Houston parents and grandparents regularly. Whether you're looking for upcoming events, restaurant suggestions, informative dialogue on issues facing Houston parents or want someone to research a family issue for you, the Kids Activity Queen is a great resource.
Speech and Language Delay, What to Look for?
Carissima Gori, a pediatric speech pathologist and Yorkshire Academy parent, will give a talk on the important speech and language milestones children should reach from birth to 3 years of age. She will also educate parents on warning signs for continued speech and language delays, as well as on the importance of early intervention.
Empowerment Seminar — Accessing your Brain’s Full Potential
Empowerment therapy is a unique combination of the latest psychological theories and the most comprehensive cutting edge research of the human brain. Dr. Schreiber has incorporated these two disciplines in order to provide a powerful, productive, and very time efficient approach in accessing ones’ true potential.
What's in Your Closet?
Ms. Loggins is a key fashion consultant at Harold Powell, but has also spoken at many local groups sharing her expertise and practical approach to one of life’s joys, clothes. She will explore how you can make the most out of what is already in your closet, and suggest those ‘must haves’ for any occasion.
“Wake Up Your Make Up”
Come into the light and discover the real you! Ms. Shah is a dynamic Image Consultant, and will focus this program on a myriad of make up tips. Whether you prefer a natual, modern chic, or all out glam look, need advice in choosing the right colors, or techniques to drive away Father time, Ms. Shah has the answers.
Room-Markable Redo
Presented by Belinda Postman-Kaylani
Belinda Postman-Kaylani, owner of Room-Markable Redo presented at YF’s fall Parent Education Series. Her slogan is “From mansions to mobile homes, from ranches to riverboats and everything in between, I’ll take your furniture and accessories and help you create your dream!” Parents and teachers found her talk to be so entertaining, helpful and just plain fun.
Make Your House into a Model Home
Presented by Pamela O’Brien
To compliment our fall speaker, Pamela O'Brien of Room Redo will present her very best design tips in “Make Your House into a Model Home.” Everyone wants to create the model home look and achieve the “WOW” factor. The no-cost and low-cost ideas she will share can improve the look, feel and function of your home almost instantly! Pamela O’Brien, president of Room Redo, is a member of Interior Refiners Network® and has studied at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Pamela provides creative ideas and solutions to a wide variety of residential and commercial clients.
Fitness for Youth
Presented by Jeff Biehl BS. PES. CSCS. — Fitness Director & Certified Personal Trainer, and Kathy Veen MSEd. — Aquatics Director
Are you concerned about your child’s fitness? Hear about inactivity related diseases and the risks posed to sedentary adolescents and youth. Learn about programs to combat this health dilemma.
Financial Planning for the Families with Young Children
Presented by Gene Marabello
Parents of young children face unique financial challenges in planning for the future and paying for the present! Join Gene Marabello for tips on financial planning for your family.
Recognizing signs and symptoms of ADHD
Presented by Premier Psychological Services
Undiagnosed Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD) can lead to difficulties at school, home, and in interpersonal relationships. Join us for information on the most commonly exhibited symptoms.
Boys! The New Gender Gap Between Boys and Girls
Presented by Brettne Shootman
Studies show boys are literally falling behind girls in every major academic area. Ms. Shootman addressed research and how it applies to boys at Yorkshire.
Inactive Youth
Presented by Judith Whatley
Judith Whatley, a physical therapist for 15 years, educates patients, colleagues, and consumersto make better choices. Discussion focused on strategies to help children maintain a healthy weight and to prevent obesity.
Good Families Don’t Just Happen
Presented by Cathy Garcia-Prats
Cathy Garcia-Prats is a popular author and mother of 10 boys. If you’ve raised 10 happy and successful boys YOU have something to say. One or two kids may be luck, but ten is by design.
