The school year is beginning to wind down but not our busy schedules. Do not forget to use these calendars to connect with your kids during all of the fun and busy times of Spring.
NEXT MONTH we will have the 100 Things to Do with Your Child This Summer. Please share these with friends, families, and your programs or schools.
May 2012 Early Childhood Activity Calendar
In the Spring our school events begin to wind down just like school does. However, about the time we are finishing up our school programs we have to begin for conference season. I love to speak at conferences for several reasons. First, if you know me you know I just love to talk in front of people, especially about dads and kids. Secondly, I love meeting other professionals who are trying to meet the same goals of improving child outcomes. As well, working at these conferences is not only how we get the next year of business but it is also how we spread the word about the importance of working with dads. It is our chance to make a difference in communities, schools, and homes where we may never work or visit.
I look at every evaluation from every program we do from schools to national conferences. I am very proud of the work we do but we are blessed to be working in a field that makes it easy for us to be good at it. We also have put in the miles to prove we know how to do the work and make a difference. We have worked face to face with over 100,000 fathers who impact over 300,000 kids. We don’t just talk about it, we are doing it every day. If you talk to anyone else in the fatherhood field ask them how many fathers they work with each week. Many of these experts have not worked with fathers for any length of time and may not have run the programs they promote. Our model works for you because it has worked for us because we are always working it. See how that works?
Here is what people have said about our programs……
Shopping for a dad on his birthday may be particularly difficult, especially if he is a man that seems to have everything. However, there are many things that dads like to receive on their special day. By keeping these tips in mind and setting a budget prior to shopping, it can be easy to find the perfect gifts for dad each and every year.
Although it may be difficult to find a gift for dad’s birthday, it can be made easier by keeping in mind what he likes and what he’s like. By doing so, anyone can be sure that they purchase a gift every year that their dad absolutely loves.
Spring has sprung and so have the busy schedules. Do not forget to use these calendars to connect with your kids during all of the fun and busy times of Spring. Please share these with friends, families, and your programs or schools.
April 2012 Early Childhood Activity Calendar
Here are the calendars for both schools and early childhood environments. Hope YOUR calendar involves a Spring Break for you and your kids. (Or away from your kids if you are an educator!)
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.
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!
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
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.
Thanks to all who attended this recent session at the National Head Start Association’s Annual Parent Conference.
