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Fall 2025 Parenting Education Programs

Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Monday, October 6, 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

The Family Health and Wellness educators of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County are hosting a series of free, virtual programs designed for parents.

Coping with Temper Tantrums

Although temper tantrums are normal for children between the ages of one and five, they can make a parent feel frustrated and embarrassed. Maybe you even feel like having a tantrum of your own. What should you do? In this workshop, we will discuss the causes of tantrums, what can be done to minimize them, and the best ways to deal with them when they do occur.

Day and time: Tuesday, September 16 at 10:00am

Link to register: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/Z7mB_fEI...

Coping with Toilet Learning

Is your child physically and emotionally ready for toilet learning? Are you? This program will discuss signs of readiness and offer guidelines to successful toilet learning.

Day and time: Tuesday, September 30 at 10:00am

Link to register: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/NwEh8LEh...

Help Your Child Succeed in School

School performance can be a source of frustration and conflict for children and parents. Parents can support school success by helping children learn how to plan, use time wisely, study and take tests. Learn how to build effective homework routines, communicate with teachers and deal with problems like school stress, underachievement and failure.

Day and time: Tuesday, September 30 at 6:30pm

Link to register: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/HNvgaDy9...

Building Blocks for Success: Teaching big skills to little learners

Did you know that academic success at ages 9 and 10 can be attributed to the number of words that a child hears from birth through age three? Thinking about how to prepare your infant or toddler for school may seem like a premature concept; however, research indicates that school readiness starts long before a child begins kindergarten. Come to this workshop to learn how to help children develop skills that will serve them well academically and in life. This workshop is designed for parents of children ages birth to four.

Day and time: Monday, October 6 at 12:00pm

Link to register: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/YyWg_dg5...

Is it Bad Behavior or Lack of Sleep?

During this workshop, the importance of sleep will be discussed and how lack of sleep can contribute to health and behavior issues. We will review recommendations for sleep by age group and suggestions for creating a healthy sleep environment will be given.

Day and time: Tuesday, October 7 at 12:00pm

Link to register: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/_0qEfYmP...

Introducing a New Sibling

Adding a new baby to a family is a life-changing event, not only for parents, but for siblings. Learn about ways to make the transition smoother for children and adjust to a new dynamic. Parents will learn creative ways to prepare their older children for a new sibling and form a lifelong bond.

Day and time: Tuesday, October 14 at 10:00am

Link to register: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/mc8oGXtg...

Fostering Early Mental Health through Secure Relationships

During the first few years of their lives, babies are tremendously impacted by the experiences that they have. Learn about the importance of connecting with your child and the impact parents, caregivers, and the environment have on a child’s development. Parents will learn how to strengthen their attachments to their children through age-appropriate play and activities

Day and time: Tuesday, October 28 at 10:00am

Link to register: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/XmkK0ID7...

Beating the Homework Blues

Homework can be a source of constant conflict between a parent and their school-age child. In this workshop, parents will learn why homework is important, identify typical homework problems and explore ways to help their child succeed with schoolwork at home.

Day and time: Tuesday, October 28 at 6:30pm

Link to register: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/bBveL11W...

Bringing Back Childhood

Today’s children are growing up faster than ever—often exposed to adult themes long before they’re ready. Discover how to protect your child from harmful messages and safeguard their childhood and healthy development.

Day and time: Wednesday, October 29 at 12:00pm

Link to register: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/awiB75kQ...