Blackrock Education Centre are offering new support webinars - free - to all post primary school parents and teachers!
On 9th March at 7pm there is the following webinar:
Supporting my adolescent
This webinar will offer practical advice to parents who once again find themselves juggling home and school in one place.
This webinar will explore how to support and motivate adolescents. It will also identify ways that we can make space for emotions and build connection.
Discussion Topics: · How to support social connections · Improving self-esteem and feelings of competence · How to explore anxiety and strategies for reducing anxious moments. · How to increase motivation.
Learning Outcomes: · To explore how to support adolescents with remote learning. · To identify ways to build routine, connection and motivation. · To determine ways of increasing self-esteem, competence and independence.
To see a list of all free webinars go to: Blackrock Education Centre
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