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Dear Parents,

At National Parents Council, we understand that the transition from pre-school to primary school is a significant milestone for both you and your child. To support you during this crucial period, we are delighted to announce that we will be hosting a series of FREE, interactive online webinars on this topic during the week of April 22nd, 2024. 

Most of our training sessions during this week will be attended by a Special Education Needs Organiser (SENO) from the National Council for Special Education (NCSE). The SENOs will give presentation lasting approximately twenty minutes that will provide parents with advice and useful tips on the transition from preschool to primary school.

PLEASE NOTE: The transition presentation will last approximately seventy five minutes followed by a presentation from the SENO lasting approximately twenty minutes.

Register now:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/EYTransitions_April2024

These webinars will cover various aspects of the transition process and provide valuable insights and strategies to help you support your child’s smooth transition from pre-school to primary school. The success of this transition can have long-lasting benefits for your child, both socially and educationally.

The webinars will be held on the following dates and times

• Monday 22nd of April at 7:30pm: SENO present
• Tuesday 23rd of April at 10am: SENO present
• Tuesday 23rd of April at 7:30pm: No SENO present
• Wednesday 24th of April at 10am: SENO present
• Wednesday 24th of April at 7.30pm: SENO present
• Thursday 25th of April at 10 am: SENO present
• Thursday 25th of April at 7.30pm: SENO present
• Friday 26th of April at 10am: No SENO present

Best Regards,

National Parents Council

Dear Parents, 

Do you have a child in Secondary school or starting this September? Exciting news from the National Parents Council! We’re thrilled to invite you to our upcoming FREE online sessions, designed to equip you with valuable insights on addressing and preventing bullying. This is a free online training programme designed by National Parents Council (NPC) to enable you to support your children with any concerns that you might have regarding bullying and to also inform you about the Anti-bullying Procedures in schools. 

Register now! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Anti_Bullying_Post_primary_April2024 (Click on the link here!) 

Why Attend? 

Learn effective ways to prevent and address bullying. 

• Gain valuable tips on supporting your child through bullying situations. 
• Understand anti-bullying procedures in post primary schools, including insights on cyber-bullying. 

When? 

• 10am and 7:30pm sessions, April 15th to April 18th (Monday to Thursday) 
• Morning at 10am: April 19th (Friday) 

Where? 

These engaging sessions will be hosted on Zoom. 

Limited Spaces! Secure your spot by registering here:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Anti_Bullying_Post_primary_April2024 

Act fast—spaces are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Feel free to share this opportunity with other parents who might benefit! 

For further information and to register, please click on the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/supporting-parents-to-support-their-childrens-mental-health-and-wellbeing-tickets-869030883767?aff=oddtdtcreator

Dear parents,
National Parents Council in partnership with Waterford Childcare Committee are running free online interactive sessions on “Supporting Your Child’s Transition from Pre-school to Primary school” next Wednesday and Thursday, the 10th and 11th of April.

They will be full of practical hints, tips and advice to support you to support your child’s transition to primary school.

These sessions are open to all parents, not just those in Waterford. If you would like to attend one of the sessions, please click on the link below to register and select a date/time. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/EYTransition_WaterfordCC

Dear Parents,

Following Part 1 and 2 of our Relationship and Sexuality Education (RSE) programme, where we delved into supporting children to foster healthy relationships, friendships, and communication skills, we are thrilled to invite you to our concluding session: “Making the Big Talk many Small Talks.”

Register now for free

In this final part, we will explore how breaking down important conversations into smaller, manageable discussions can greatly benefit both you and your child. Whether you’ve attended the previous sessions or not, this session promises valuable insights and practical advice.

Key Details:

• Date: Tuesday to Friday, the week starting Tuesday 19th March 2024 to 22nd March 2024
• Time: 10 am and 7:30 pm sessions daily, with an additional 10 am session on 22nd March
• Platform: Zoom (virtual sessions)

Registration: To secure your spot, please register using the link here

In this free online programme, you’ll gain insights into supporting your primary school children in forming healthy relationships and friendships. The RSE series features three vital sessions:

1. Supporting your Child to build Healthy Friendships and Relationships
2. Active Listening Skills
3. Making the Big Talk many Small Talks

Limited Spaces Available: Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Register now to secure your spot!

This programme is delivered by National Parents Council and funded by HSE.

Dear Parents,

We hope this message finds you well. At National Parents Council, we understand the paramount importance of nurturing your child’s positive mental health and wellbeing, especially during the crucial first five years of life.

In collaboration with St Patrick’s Mental Health Services, we are delighted to introduce a program tailored to support parents in fostering their young child’s mental health and wellbeing right at home. We’re excited to announce that we will be hosting free online webinars during the week of March 11th. These sessions will be interactive, allowing you to actively participate and engage with fellow parents.

Dates: March 11th – March 15th

Time: 10 am and 7:30 pm sessions available

Duration: Approximately 1 hour

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Secure your spot now for free by registering through this link

Key Elements of the Program:

• Meeting your child’s needs: Understanding how everyday interactions can positively impact your child’s mental health.
• Coping with challenges: Helping your child manage emotions and deal with obstacles effectively.
• Nurturing your relationship: Building and strengthening the bond between you and your child.
• Building resilience: Equipping your child with tools to bounce back from setbacks.
• Children’s Rights: Empowering your child to lead a mentally healthy life.
• Five Ways to Wellbeing: Practical strategies to promote mental wellbeing in children.

This program is designed to empower parents with valuable insights on supporting their children’s mental health through everyday interactions. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and skills in supporting your child’s mental health journey.

Warm Regards,

National Parents Council
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Dear Parents, 

We’re excited to announce another round of interactive sessions from National Parents Council! Following on from last week’s sessions on Relationship and Sexuality Education (RSE) Part 1 programme, we’re diving into Part 2: Active Listening Skills.

Register now for free : Supporting your Child to Build Healthy Friendships and Relationships (Part 2) – Virtual sessions taking place the week of the 11th March 2024 Survey (surveymonkey.com)

Session Details:

• Topic: Active Listening Skills
• When: Monday to Thursday March 11th – March 14th at 10am and 7.30pm, with an additional morning session on Friday March 15th at 10am.
• Where: Online via Zoom
• Register: Supporting your Child to Build Healthy Friendships and Relationships (Part 2) – Virtual sessions taking place the week of the 11th March 2024 Survey (surveymonkey.com)

In this free online programme, you’ll gain insights into supporting your primary school children in forming healthy relationships and friendships. The RSE series features three vital sessions:

1. Supporting your Child to build Healthy Friendships and Relationships
2. Active Listening Skills
3. Making the Big Talk many Small Talks 

These sessions are open to all parents of children in Primary School. Please spread the word to fellow parents! 

Limited Spaces Available: Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Register now to secure your spot!

This program is delivered by National Parents Council and funded by HSE.

Dear Parents,

We’re thrilled to announce the return of our interactive Relationship and Sexuality Education (RSE) sessions, brought to you by the National Parents Council (NPC). Our first session, “Supporting your Child to build Healthy Friendships and Relationships” is designed to empower you in guiding your primary school children towards forming and maintaining healthy connections.

Here are the key details: 

• Session 1 Topic: Supporting your Child to build Healthy Friendships and Relationships
• When: March 4th (Monday) – March 7th (Thursday), with an additional morning session on March 8th (Friday) at 10 am.
• Time: Morning (10 am) and Evening (7:30 pm) sessions available
• Where: Online via Zoom 

Registration Link for Session 1: Register Now 

Why Attend?

• Gain insights on supporting your child’s journey in building and maintaining healthy relationships.
• Learn effective communication skills crucial for fostering strong connections.
• Discover strategies to navigate challenges in friendships. 

RSE Session Highlights:

1. 1st Session: How to support children in building and sustaining healthy relationships and friendships.
2. 2nd Session: Active Listening Skills.
3. 3rd Session: “Making the Big Talk many Small Talks.” 

Who Can Attend? These sessions are open to ALL parents of children in Primary School. Feel free to share this opportunity with other parents. 

Limited Spaces Available: Our sessions are interactive, allowing active participation. As spaces are limited, registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Register Now: Session 1 Registration 

Stay tuned! You will receive an email with details about the remaining two sessions in the RSE Series. We look forward to your active participation in these engaging sessions!

Dear Parents,

We are excited to announce a valuable opportunity for parents of primary school children to participate in a virtual session designed to support and promote positive mental health and wellbeing in your children. The National Parents Council (NPC) in collaboration with St. Patrick’s Mental Health Services offer this essential programme.

To register: Registration Link ( Click here now!)

The virtual sessions aims to equip parents with the necessary tools and knowledge to foster resilience in their children, enabling them to effectively manage the inevitable stresses of everyday life. By attending this session, you will: 

• Explore the various factors that influence your child’s mental health and wellbeing.
• Learn practical strategies for building and nurturing resilience in your child.
• Receive valuable tips on how to best support your child’s positive mental health and wellbeing.

These sessions will be conducted online, providing you with the flexibility to participate from the comfort of your own home. Please note that the sessions will be interactive.

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Session Details

Dates: Monday February 19th to Thursday February 22nd

Times: 10:00am and 7:30pm (GMT)

Additional Session: Friday February 23rd at 10:00am (GMT)

To secure your spot, please register your details by clicking on the following link: Registration Link

Don’t miss out on this invaluable opportunity to enhance your understanding and support of your child’s mental health and wellbeing. We look forward to having you join us for these important sessions.

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