Minneapolis Public Schools - Youth & Familyhttp://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/courses2024-03-28T13:38:17-05:00Parenting Lab (ages 1-10) (Seward)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53074/youth-family-spring-2024/parenting-lab-ages-1-10-seward2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>A Concrete Toolkit for More Cooperation & Harmony / Fewer Tears & Tantrums</p><p>The right tools & techniques can create less overwhelm and more joy, less conflict and more cooperation, less whining, and better communication. You’re 8 classes away from a deeper understanding of your child’s motivations and experiencing more calm and confidence. (Taking this class with the other parent or caregiver/s will keep everyone on the same page.)</p><p><em>This class uses a sliding fee scale, to make Community Ed available to all. Pay whatever you are able.</em></p>Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Family (North)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53619/youth-family-spring-2024/brazilian-jiu-jitsu-family-north2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>Join this intro level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class and learn the basics of BJJ with your family. Fee is based on a family of 4. Additional members can be added. </p>Karate (Ella Baker)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53076/youth-family-spring-2024/karate-ella-baker2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>Led by Barry Crone (3rd degree black belt, trained under Sensei John Linhoff, 5th degree black belt) this structured class will safely teach you basic karate stances, strikes and movement, progressing to more advanced techniques and forms, while learning dojo etiquette and culture. Students will be barefoot in class and should wear loose, comfortable exercise clothes. You will have the option to purchase a gi (karate uniform) to wear to class. All levels of athletic and martial art ability are welcome.</p>Parenting Lab (TWEEN/TEEN Edition) (Seward)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53075/youth-family-spring-2024/parenting-lab-tween-teen-edition-seward2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>Toolkit for More Cooperation, Less Fighting & Better Relationships</p><p>Get ready because EVERY parent ends up on the teen roller coaster. It’s about their brain- not about you! Learn concrete parenting tools, techniques, and science to help you preserve your relationship, set realistic expectations, and draw effective boundaries. The teen years can build us (not break us) when done right. (Taking this class with the other parent or caregiver/s will keep everyone on the same page.)</p><p><em>This class uses a sliding fee scale, to make Community Ed available to all. Pay what you are able.</em></p>The Birds & The Bees: Talking with Youth About Sexual Heathhttp://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53607/youth-family-spring-2024/the-birds-the-bees-talking-with-youth-about-sexual-heath2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>Parents/caregivers are a child’s first and most important sexuality educators. Join professional sexuality educators to gain confidence discussing this important aspect of health and wellbeing with children and teens in your life. Learn about foundational tools for creating safer discussion spaces, get tips for answering tough questions, explore what values you want to impart and increase your knowledge of sexual health topics in a judgment-free space. Facilitators will not be showing explicit media, nor will they share or ask participants to share personal experiences to the group. Class is for parents/caregivers only.</p>Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Family (North)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53753/youth-family-summer-2024/brazilian-jiu-jitsu-family-north2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>Join this intro level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class and learn the basics of BJJ with your family. Fee is based on a family of 4. Additional members can be added. </p>Ready for School (Henry)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53640/youth-family-spring-2024/ready-for-school-henry2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>Caregivers of kids ages 3-6 are invited to learn how to prepare their child for school physically, emotionally, and academically. Kids are welcome and while caregivers learn, kids will practice skills and activities. Younger and older siblings are welcome to stay with caregivers. Class will also include tips and tricks for keeping your child's brain active over summer break. </p>Periods 101: for Tweens (Ella Baker)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53078/youth-family-spring-2024/periods-101-for-tweens-ella-baker2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>As kids go through puberty, it can be difficult to keep up and talk about things like periods and menstruation. Schools do not have enough resources to help kids go through this and when young girls and menstruators are not taught about their bodies it opens the door for the shame, fear, and insecurities that society places on them. And while many parents are having these conversations, it can be helpful to have an expert there to facilitate and start them. That's where we come in!</p><p>What we will cover:</p><p>- Getting to Know Your Body (anatomy)</p><p>- The Menstrual Cycle</p><p>- The Importance of Your Menstrual Cycle</p><p>- How periods can make us feel</p><p>- Period Product Overview</p><p>- Q&A</p>Periods 101: for Teens (Ella Baker)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53079/youth-family-spring-2024/periods-101-for-teens-ella-baker2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>*Update: Date changed on 9/22/23 after the brochure was published. </p><p>As teens go through puberty, it can be difficult to keep up and talk about things like periods and menstruation. Schools do not have enough resources to help highschoolers go through this and when girls and menstruators are not taught about their bodies it opens the door for the shame, fear, and insecurities that society places on them. And while many parents are having these conversations, it can be helpful to have an expert there to facilitate and start them. That's where we come in!</p><p>What we will cover:</p><p>- Getting to Know Your Body (anatomy)</p><p>- The Menstrual Cycle</p><p>- The Importance of Your Menstrual Cycle</p><p>- Birth Control Options</p><p>- Period Product Overview</p><p>- Q&A</p>Periods 101: for Parents (Ella Baker)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53077/youth-family-spring-2024/periods-101-for-parents-ella-baker2024-03-11T09:00:00-05:00<p>It can be overwhelming to have the period talk with your child but it doesn't have to be. In this class, we will provide guidance and resources on how to facilitate this ongoing conversation with your child. The goal of this course is to arm you with the information you need to empower your child and help them navigate menstruation and this new phase of life.</p>Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Family (North)http://minneapolis.ce.eleyo.com/course/53752/youth-family-winter-2024/brazilian-jiu-jitsu-family-north2024-01-11T09:00:00-06:00<p>Join this intro level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class and learn the basics of BJJ with your family. Fee is based on a family of 3. Additional members can be added. Please email matthew.branch@mpls.k12.mn.us to confirm additional family members. </p>