Active Parenting and Parenting Wisely – Parenting Skills for Today’s Families

University of Wisconsin – Madison, Division of Extension offers the following video-based programs in Ashland, Bayfield, and Iron Counties for both individual & group parenting education. All programs are included in SAMHSA’s National Registry of Evidence Based Programs and Practices. Additional parenting and relationship education options are also available. Contact us for more information

Parents Forever Co-Parenting Education Online Class

Co-parenting education is offered via Zoom video conference. An internet connection, webcam, microphone and active participation are required to certify course completion. Arrangements can be made to take the class in person if needed. Registered students only. Online registration and payment of $20 are required.

Strengthening Families & Systems: Building Positive Relationships with Children who have Experienced Trauma

An 8-session program to help parents, caregivers, child-serving professionals and community members understand trauma and its impact on children so they can build positive relationships that help children thrive.

Parents Connect – Online Parenting Classes

Parent’s Connect is a free online educational series designed to support local parents of 3 to 12 year-olds. Sessions will be on Friday’s in May from 1-2 pm via video conference. Online registration required.

Oganawenimaan: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Series

An online learning & support group for relative caregivers, Are you a grandparent, aunt, uncle, or other relative providing care for children? Learn about resources to help you. Share ideas, and support with other relative caregivers. Starting Thursday, May 7 at 1:00 p.m.
Live via Zoom—Join from smartphone, tablet or computer. Registration is required.

Parents Connect – Lunch and Learn Webinar

How children cope with feelings can impact everyday behavior as well as long term mental and physical health. Join the next Parents Connect Online class for tips on helping kids build emotional IQ.
Free – Registration Required, call Extension Ashland County 715-682-7017, or Extension Bayfield County 715-373-6104 or Register online. Parents Connect is a live, interactive online program for parents and caregivers of children age 3-12 from Ashland and Bayfield Counties and surrounding areas. Join by phone, laptop, or computer. For connection information register online.

Successful Co-Parenting

Co-parenting families have a unique set of challenges. They also have opportunities to build strengths. For children it may mean adapting to a new family arrangement, moving between households, or living with a single parent or another caregiver.

Understanding Childhood Adverse Experiences

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences is a free two-hour presentation that includes in-depth information about: •The neuro-biological effects of adversity on development . . . .

Strengthening Families Program available to area organizations and groups

Parents, are you worried about the changes your children are going through in middle school and how to stay involved with your youth? Kids, do you want to have fun with your family? The six-week Strengthening Families Program is designed for parents and their youth age 10-14. The sessions are designed to strengthen parenting skills, […]