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March 2023

Unlocking the Mysteries of Sleep and the Developing Brain

Scientists have long recognized that getting enough sleep during childhood can benefit developing brains. Join us for this series on the importance of sleep and the developing brain.

Webinar Highlights:

• Define sleep and understand the importance of sleep for children’s healthy development
• Provide an overview of the sleep and wake cycle
• Identify common sleep concerns and sleep disorders in children and adolescents and how to approach them
• Illustrate the consequences of insufficient sleep 
• Recognize some developmental aspects affecting sleep in children and adolescents 

Part 2: March 28, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m View the individual event page if you would like to share this event with others.

Presented by Dr. Shu Buckley the Director of the Sleep Disorders and Neurodevelopment Consult Service at the National Institute of Mental Health.

Dr. Concepcion Zayas is a child and adolescent psychiatrist in the Sleep Disorders and Neurodevelopment Consult Service at the National Institute of Mental Health.

Register for Unlocking the Mysteries of Sleep and the Developing Brain

Manejando el estrés serie de 3 partes

Parte #3: Apoyando a sus hijos durante tiempos estresantes

• Construyendo Resiliencia .
• Reestructurando nuestro pensamiento .
• Cómo reparar la relación con nuestros hijos.

March 17, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m.

Registro Manejando el estrés serie de 3 partes

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Preparing Families for Difficult Conversations about Alcohol & Drugs

What knowledge and information do you need to engage in meaningful conversations with your children about drugs?

Webinar Highlights:

• Understand basic info about alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, and opioids
• List what you can do as a caregiver
• Identify & connect with community resources

Presented by: FCPS Student Safety & Wellness Office

Tuesday, March 21, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m.

Register for Preparing Families for Difficult Conversations about Alcohol & Drugs

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Suicide Prevention: A School and Family Partnership

Recognizing the warning signs and symptoms of suicide in youth is the first step in preventing youth suicide. As a caregiver, you can serve as a trusted adult for your child and other young people. 

In this session, caregivers will learn about youth suicide and how to respond to youth who may be demonstrating warning signs of a mental health challenge or who are in crisis. 

Highlights of the webinar will include:

• Understanding protective factors and their impact on mental health
• Warning signs of suicide
• How to have conversations with your children about youth suicide
• Building strong school and family partnerships

Presented by Bethany Demers, FCPS Mental Wellness Specialist, and Kristen Biernesser, FCPS Counseling Resource Teacher.

March 24, 2023, 10-11:30 a.m

Register for Suicide Prevention: A School and Family Partnership

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April 2023

SIBSHOPS: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs!

The Sibshop workshops are for children in grades 2-6 enrolled in Fairfax County Public Schools who have siblings with special needs to:

• Meet other siblings in a relaxed setting.
• Celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of children with special needs.
• Share sibling experiences and receive peer support.
• Play games and have fun!

Friday, April 14, 2023, 9 a.m.- noon at Providence Community Center

Presented by FCPS School Social Work Services

Register for SIBSHOPS: An Exciting, In-person Workshop for Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs! 

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Flash Forward: Postsecondary Education and Employment Options

This event is designed to provide students with disabilities seeking a standard or advanced diploma and their families an introduction to options available after high school.

W.T. Woodson High School
9525 Main St. Fairfax, VA. 22031

Schedule

• 6:30 - 7p.m. Overview Presentation on Postsecondary Options
• 7 - 8:30p.m. Options Fair

Wednesday, April 26, 2023 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Presented by FCPS Career and Transition Services

Register for Flash Forward: Postsecondary Education and Employment Options

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Neurodiversity at High School

How can families partner with schools?

• Strategies to set your child up for success
• How to advocate for your child
• Tools for collaborating with your child's school

April 28, 2023, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Presented by Kristen Haynor, FCPS Neurodiversity Specialist

Register for Neurodiversity at High Schools

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