UPCOMING EVENTS

THE HEART OF ART

Developing Creative Expression in Children

Are you struggling with ideas for art?

Do the words creative expression scare you?

During this workshop, we will explore art activities that can be used for creative expression throughout the day. Teachers will walk away with an understanding of what sparks the interest and creativity in the heart of a child.

Come let us fill your minds and hands with ideas for your classroom while easing anxieties about free-choice art.

Where:	Piaget Academy
	6395 Raleigh Street Orlando, FL 32835
When:	Tuesday October 28, 2008
Time:	6:00 pm —9:00 pm
Cost:	$40 (includes materials)

For more details, call 407-

CERTIFIED BREAKTHROUGH PARENTING

INSTRUCTOR TRAINING

Would You Like To Become A Highly Respected
Certified Breakthrough Parenting Instructor?

This Award-Winning Program Trains and Certifies you to Coach Parents
and Teach Recognized Parenting Classes

Where	BBC’s Corporate Office - Regions Building 5401 S. Kirkman Road, Suite 310 Orlando, FL 32819
When	October 24 – 25, 2008
TIme	9:00 am – 4:30 pm

To register, complete the REGISTRATION FORM and fax to 407-

For more information, contact BBC’s Training Department at 407-

BREAKTHROUGH PARENTING SERIES

Waterford Area:

Where:	Star Child Academy
	12800 Waterford Lakes Parkway Orlando, FL 32828
When:	Thursday, July 24, 2008
Time:	6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Orlando Area:

Where:	BBC Corporate Office
	5401 S. Kirkman Road, Suite 310 Orlando, FL 32819 (Located in the Regions Building)
When:	Every Monday – Classes are ongoing
Time:	6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Pine Hills Area:

Where:	Pine Hills Preschool
	627 N. Pine Hills Road Orlando, FL 32808
When:	Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Time:	6:30PM – 8:00PM

Pre-registration Required

Presenter: Marian Edwards

Marian Edwards is president of Building Bridges Consulting, Inc., an early education & parenting consulting firm, empowering parents and early educators with the skills necessary to ensure children enter school ready to learn. She is a certified parent instructor and author of the Effective Parenting Plus training series. A dynamic speaker and trainer, Marian has over 17 years of professional and practical experience in early education and family consulting. Marian’s speaking technique uniquely blends her personal experience as a mother of teenage daughters & extensive research with her ability to passionately captivate audiences. Participants will see improved relationships with their children and in all areas of life.

Participants will learn how to:

Raise resilient children in an ever challenging world
Resolve conflicts quickly
Effectively guide & discipline children
Create a harmonious family environment
Address "Challenging Behavior" quickly, easily and permanently
Turn mistakes into learning experiences
Raise children's self-esteem and build their confidence

BREAKTHROUGH PARENTING WEBINAR SERIES

If you can’t make it to our Breakthrough Parenting class locations but can make it to a computer, webinar conferencing may be the option for you.

Where:	Hosted at the BBC Corporate Office
	To find out more about webinar conferencing, please contact our Training Department at 407-926-0233.
When:	Every Monday (except holidays) Enrollment is continuous – Start Anytime!
Time:	6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Pre-registration Required

Presenter : Marian Edwards

Marian is a certified parent instructor and author of the “Effective Parenting Plus” training series.

A dynamic speaker and trainer, Marian has been working with children and families for over 18 years. Marian’s speaking technique is a unique blend of her personal experience as a mother and her extensive academic and professional research.

Most currently, she hosts the Parent Empowerment Hour on WOKB 1680 where she empowers parents with the skills and tools necessary to build healthy family relationships.

Participants will learn how to:

•    Raise resilient children in an ever challenging world
•    Resolve conflicts quickly
•    Effectively guide & discipline children
•    Create a harmonious family environment
•    Address "Challenging Behavior" quickly, easily and permanently
•    Turn mistakes into learning experiences
•    Raise children's self-esteem and build their confidence