New Calendars for February-NOW with an EXTRA DAY
Here are the calendars for both schools and early childhood environments. Do not be alarmed, there is supposed to be an extra day this year.
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Feb
2012
Feb
2012
20
Jan
2012
Jan
2012
Super Science Night at Christie Elementary
Dads plus Kids…and throw in a few Moms–it’s a formula for for a super night of science and fun! Christie Elementary in Plano was the place to be! The cafeteria was full and the rockets were flying…and a couple of them are still stuck up on the light fixtures. A special thanks to Ms. Crouch and Ms. Rodriguez for hosting a great group of Dads, Moms, and Students. Way to go Christie Elementary!
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Jan
2012
Jan
2012
Happy New Year! Happy New Calendars!
Happy New Year from Strong Fathers-Strong Families, LLC
Here are your Early Childhood Activity Calendars and Strong Family Check in Calendars for your school, your Head Start, or your home!
January 2012 Early Childhood Activity Calendar E&S
January 2012 Check-In Calendar E&S
30
Dec
2011
Dec
2011
This Strong Father is Pretty Famous
Authors’ Note: I had the blessing to work with the Head Start professionals in Circleville, OH this past Fall. Nick was one of the employees in the full day training on father engagement. I spoke to this big room full of great folks but was right in front of Nick. Needless to say when you are trying to teach Santa about family, it can be a bit daunting. i got the opportunity to talk to Nick and LOVED his story. He has kind of been busy lately so we finally got a chance to interview him. There are great dads out there, there are great family service professionals out there as well. I love it when they are the same guy!
Hope this helps to round out your holidays.
14
Dec
2011
Dec
2011
QUOTE OF THE DAY
Dad needs to show an incredible amount of respect and humor and friendship toward his mate so the kids understand their parents are sexy, they’re fun, they do things together, they’re best friends. Kids learn by example. If I respect Mom, they’re going to respect Mom.
Check In Question of the Day
What sounds did you hear at school today? (Could be some interesting answers on this one)
Early Childhood Activity of the Day
Have your child find things around the house that begin with the letter “T”.
Get a full month of questions HERE.
12
Dec
2011
Dec
2011
The Strengths of Strong Moms and Strong Dads and Why It Matters
Thanks to all who attended this recent session at the National Head Start Association’s Annual Parent Conference.
11
Dec
2011
Dec
2011
The Vital Role of Women in Head Start Father Involvement
The Vital Role of Women in Head Start Father Involvement
The purpose of this workshop is to encourage, equip & engage women to lead father involvement efforts within Head Start. From the inception of the fatherhood movement women have played a vital role in successful father involvement efforts. This workshop will illuminate the vital role of women, the importance of engaging women in father involvement efforts and strategies for encouraging/engaging more women in leading father involvement programming.
The Vital Role of Women in Father Involvement SLIDES
09
Dec
2011
Dec
2011
NHSA 2011 Strong Families Institute Pre-Conference
Here are the resources we talked about during our time together.
DAY 1
08
Dec
2011
Dec
2011
Dads and Kids Show up for Science Night @ Sigler Elementary and take home science tools and knowledge
Sigler Elementary hosted a Strong Fathers-Strong Families Dad and Kid Science Night. There was a great crowd and we had great fun. Even the principal got involved! Thanks to Mr. Arend and Ms. Ordoñez for hosting a great event. Not only did the dads and kids get to take home all of their science activities they also all received a brand new air rocket to use at home as well. We are looking forward to mat night at Sigler coming up in the Spring semester.
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Dec
2011
Dec
2011
A Hot Time on a Cold Science Night at Barron Elementary
We had a full cafeteria for a science night at Barron Elementary on a very cold night (for Plano, TX). Special thanks to the PTA for the coffee and hot chocolate and a big THANK YOU to the National Honor Society Students from Plano Senior High for being such a great help.
