Parent Opportunities with Spark & Stitch Institute™
Lorain Preparatory Academy is partnering with Spark & Stitch Institute™ to offer a live online workshop and two self-paced online classes for our parents and guardians.
Live Online Workshop
September 21, 2021 on Zoom
Stress and the Brain: Raising Resilient Kids
Erin Walsh, Spark & Stitch Institute
It is no surprise that kids and adults alike experienced accelerating levels of stress in the past two years. Whether it is uncertainty, upset routines, or lack of connection, the list of stressors has been long and varied. As we emerge from COVID and enter a more “normal” school year, this doesn’t mean that stress goes away. We know that too much stress impacts health and shapes the brain’s developing architecture. We also know that learning how to handle appropriate stress is a healthy and normal part of development. Striking the right balance between protection and preparation for life isn’t easy. This workshop delivers warmth, brain science and humor to explore what stress looks like in kids and ways to respond that build resilience and strengthen connection.
Watch the Online Workshop Recording:
YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/O48v2BEdnfU
Self-Paced Online Classes

Say Yes To No: Why Kids Need Loving Boundaries and How to Set Them
Clarify your limits, avoid power struggles, and follow through with consistency and care.
Best for parents of kids ages 2-10.

CONNECTED: How to Show Up For Your Kids in the Digital Age
Help your child take advantage of opportunities online while avoiding risks.
Best for parents of kids ages 8-16.