As we close out the school year we’re excited to offer numerous events for the community during the month of May!
Families as Active Partners in the IEP Process with the Federation of Children with Special Needs
Saturday, May 4, 2024
8:00-12:00pm
Ahern Middle School
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We are thrilled to announce an upcoming workshop that we are hosting in partnership with the Federation of Children with Special Needs (FCSN). This workshop will focus on the crucial role of families as active partners in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process. It will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 8am to 12pm, at the Ahern Middle School. The IEP process plays a significant role in ensuring that each child with special needs receives the support and resources necessary to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. At the heart of this process lies the collaboration between families, educators, and service providers. This workshop presents a valuable opportunity for families to gain insights, ask questions, and connect with other families navigating similar journeys. We encourage all families with children receiving special education services to attend. Please register at fcsn.org/foxboroughIEP or scanning the QR code on the attached flyer to secure your spot. We believe that by working together as partners, we can create meaningful and impactful educational experiences for our children. We look forward to seeing you at the workshop! Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected]
Lunch and Learn Building Positive Caregiver-Child Relationships with Dr. Lauren Santucci from McLean Hospital
Thursday, May 9, 2024
12:00-1:00pm
VIRTUAL: Zoom
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Join us for a Lunch & Learn event with Dr. Lauren Santucci from McLean Hospital. This format allows participants to access the content from anywhere and listen in. Dr. Santucci will be discussing building Positive Caregiver-Child Relationships. This workshop will provide participants with practical strategies for developing a strong connection with the children you care for to support them through successes and challenges. This session can be accessed via Zoom: https://partners.zoom.us/j/84607428129#success
An Evening with the Mediatrician from Boston Children's Digital Learning Lab
Monday, May 13, 2024
6:30-8:00pm
Burrell Elementary School and Zoom (please only share the Zoom link in communications directly to families, I will not post it on Facebook)
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Join the Foxborough Public Schools Wellness Committee for an Evening with the Mediatrician. Dr. Rich will focus on the 3 Ms of Parenting in the Social Media Age: Modeling, Mentoring, and Monitoring. Participants with questions for Dr. Rich can submit them here, Questions for the Mediatrician, before the presentation. A Zoom link will be provided via School Messenger before the invite for families to view the presentation from home. Michael Rich, MD, MPH practices adolescent medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital and is an associate professor of pediatrics at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Rich is the founder and director of the Digital Wellness Lab and the Clinic for Interactive Media and Internet Disorders (CIMAID), the first evidence-based medical program addressing physical, mental, and social health issues associated with digital technology use. Known as “The Mediatrician,” Dr. Rich offers research-based, actionable, and practical answers to parents’, educators’, and clinicians’ questions about children’s and adolescents’ media use and the positive and negative implications for their health and development. Dr. Rich is recognized for his acclaimed work as a pediatrician, child health researcher, and children’s media specialist and is the author of The Mediatrician’s Guide: A Joyful Approach to Raising Healthy, Smart, Kind Kids in a Screen-Saturated World.
Thursday, May 23, 2024
6:30-8:00pm
Metco INC. 11 Roxbury Street, Boston MA 02119 and Foxborough High School
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Join other caregivers and professionals from your community for a conversation focused on setting intentions for the summer ahead. An extended break from school presents families with both challenges and opportunities related to positive mental health. Group members will think about and discuss how they plan to support themselves and their children while school is out. Dr. Larry Epstein has supported both families and staff in the Foxborough Public Schools. His experience as a teacher, clinician, and person always brings a warmth to discussions about mental health. Larry will focus his comments on the elements research has shown to be most important to developing resilient youth: strong relationships, skill development, and stress reduction. Participants will leave with a wide range of resources to support their family during summer vacation. This workshop will run simultaneously in Boston and Foxborough METCO INC. 11 Roxbury St, Boston, MA 02119 *SAFE Coalition will also be in Boston with the Hidden in Plain Sight Exhibit on 5/23/24* and Foxborough High Schools 120 South Street Foxborough, MA 02035 Please secure your seat for this evening of connection and conversation via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/parent-academy-session-3-fostering-positive-mental-health-in-youth-tickets-825324978227
