Fall 2014 Parent Programming
Welcome to Fall Semester of the 2014-2015 school year! We are offering another series of seminars addressing the challenges of being a parent in today’s world. These sessions will address some of the issues that parents struggle with as they attempt to provide the guidance and nurturing necessary to move their teen toward young adulthood. In addition, on October 30th we are offering a seminar geared to parents of elementary age children. Daytime seminars are held at the Wheaton Park District Community Center, 1777 Blanchard Road in Wheaton. The evening seminar is located at the WWSHS Library. Questions can be directed to Gary Luckey and Donna Kozica.
There is no cost for these seminars. Please contact Donna at 630.393.3558 to register for the “Daytime Series” as seating is limited. Registration is not required for the “Evening Seminar”.
Daytime Series
Grounded For Life!
October 16th, 12:00 -1:00 pm, Wheaton Community Center
Ever have one of those days when nothing that you do seems to impact your child’s behavior? Are you wondering what to try next? Join Dr. Michael Maniacci, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, as he discusses how to effectively and efficiently handle these problematic situations.
They Just Have Low Self-Esteem!
October 23rd, 12:00-1:00 pm, Wheaton Community Center
How often do you hear this being said about teenagers? What exactly is self-esteem, how do we get it and how do parents go about improving it? Join Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Michael Maniacci, as he reviews what the latest literature and research says about self-esteem and teens.
Why Doesn’t My Child Get Any Birthday Party Invitations?
Helping Children with Social Struggles Make Connections
October 30th, 12:00 -1:00 pm, Wheaton Community Center
District 200 Social Worker, Mary Cortes will help parents of elementary-aged students learn ideas to promote social connectedness between their child and peers. It will focus on practical things parents can do to help their child fit in better with others.
You Can’t Stay Home Again!
November 6th, 12:00-1:00 pm, Wheaton
Community Center
What’s a parent to do when you notice that your teen is beginning to experience anxiety related to social and academic pressures in the school environment. Come join Dr. Laura Koehler, Licensed Clinical Psychologist with Linden Oaks at Edward, to discuss the dangers of avoiding school due to high anxiety and how to get your teen back into the classroom.
A Whole New World: From the Neighborhood Corner to the Unknown Chat Room
November 13th, 12:00-1:30 pm, Wheaton
Community Center
Learn how the social network has changed the landscape of your teen’s social experience. Does it feel like your teen is speaking a foreign language? Is it all for the worse? Explore with District 200 staff, Eric Slaughter, Donna Kozica and Gary Luckey, the upside of social media and how you as a parent can understand your teen’s online behavior.
Evening Seminar
Twitter, Flickr, Instagram, Oh No! Social Media: What a Parent Needs to Know
October 21st, 7:00-8:30 pm, WWSHS Library
Do you ever feel that staying ahead of your teen’s latest social media phase is impossible! Join Eric Slaughter and District 200 Social Workers as they explore the upside of the social media network and how you can be a part of it, while still protecting your teen. Questions regarding this seminar can be directed to Sue Taddeucci.
District 200 Middle School/High School Social Workers
Edison Middle School
Mary Ellen Schwartzhoff- 630.682.2050
Franklin Middle School
Scott Thomas- 630.682.2060
Hubble Middle School
Donna Kozica– 630.821.7900 ext. 4535
Suzette Rizzi- 630.821.7900 ext. 4557
Monroe Middle School
John Henrikson– 630.682.2285 ext. 3126
Maureen Henry- 630.682.2285 ext. 3127
Wheaton North High School
Marc Anderson– 630.784.7326
Gina DeCarlo-Cheeks- 630.784.7300
ext. 3041
SueTaddeucci- 630.784.7322
Wheaton Warrenville South High School
Traci Burnham– 630.784.7226
Gary Luckey– 630.784.7208
Blanca Spence– 630.384.3649
D200 Secondary Behavior Specialist
Sally McCarthy– 630.784.7200 ext: 8770