This group is for any parent or caregiver of children who identify as boys, ages 11-15 or in Middle School. This class will be a supportive community for those who feel challenged by the demands of parenting their middle-school boy and/or who are interested in building and maintaining a strong parent/child dynamic in adolescence, and will include evidence-based information on child development, parenting philosophy and practices, and the lowdown on mainstream trends and ways they may affect boys. Topics may include academics and achievement pressure, play, masculinity, emotional literacy and regulation, puberty and sexuality, pornography, peer relationships, technology & gaming, sibling dynamics, fostering physical and mental health, and supporting autonomy.
The following Thursdays 7:15-8:30 pm:
September 12, 2024 - in person
October 10, 2024 - in person
November 7, 2024 - in person
December 12, 2024 - in person
January 9, 2025 - in person
February 6, 2025 - via zoom
March 6, 2025 - via zoom
April 10, 2025 - in person
May 8, 2025 - in person
In-Person Classes will be held at the Edina Senior Center, 5280 Grandview Square, Edina, MN
Cost: $275. Min 8, Max 12 parents. Register Here
Parents who enroll in BOTH this class AND Parenting Boys K-5 will receive a $50 rebate back from their combined ($550) tuition.