Parent Seminars

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Parent Seminars 2009-2010
(We welcome prospective families)

Responding to Bullying in Today’s World
Presented by: Eric Bowling, WA Bible Teacher
Saturday, September 26th 8:30am‐10:00am

This seminar will focus on providing practical ways to deal with the complex and emotionally
difficult issue of bullying. We will specifically look at emotional signs that your child may be
the victim of bullying, ways to confront and deal with bullying and moving past the emotional
pain of being bullied.

Accommodations/Interventions Available at Wheaton Academy
Presented by: Student Services
Saturday, October 17th 8:30‐10:00am

This session will discuss resources that are available to students who are struggling academically,
socially or emotionally. Topics will include NILD, peer tutoring, Resource Study Hall and counseling
services.

The Dark Side of the Web (Joint event with Wheaton Christian Grammar School)
Presented by: Kevin Outland, Internet Researcher/Professional Speaker
Tuesday, November 17th 7:00‐8:30pm

This seminar will look at the dangers that exist on the internet and provide tools and information
to help parents manage its challenges. Kevin Outland, our speaker, is an expert in the field and
presents seminars on this topic at schools and churches across the country. For additional
information we encourage you to visit the following website: www.stopthedarkside.com.

Finding a Good College Fit
Presented by: Dan Crabtree, WA College Counselor
Saturday, January 23rd 8:30‐10:00am

How do you go about finding the college that is best for you? And once you do, how do you pay
for it? Dan Crabtree will share some practical advice with parents about choosing a college and a
portion of the session will be devoted to the topic of Financial Aid.

What is Normal and What is Not Normal in Teenage Emotions and Behaviors?
Presented by: Chris Mazarella, Psy.D.,LCPC, Heritage Professional Associates
Saturday, February 20th 8:30‐10:00am

This session will explore the turbulent and confusing nature of teenage emotions and behaviors. We
will look at normal teenage emotions and behaviors as well as problematic emotions and behaviors.
We will also discuss depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD as well as other issues common to teenagers.

A Student's Take on Today’s Church
Panel: Chip Huber, Mitchel Lee, Jeff Klein, and 2 former WA students
Tuesday, April 27th 7:00‐8:30pm

Join us for a panel discussion on how teenagers view today's church, why they often don't want to
be part of the church, how you can encourage them to be part of the body of Christ, and where they
may take the church in the years ahead. Chip Huber, our former Dean of Spiritual Life, will return
for the evening and be joined by a number of local pastors involved with youth as well as two
former Wheaton Academy students.

If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Seminars@wheatonacademy.org
(This will help us plan for seating and handouts/materials.)