Parent Education Workshops
We created Parent Education Workshops to provide a deeper understanding of learning disabilities and dyslexia for parents, grandparents, siblings, and other support figures.
Our staff and guest speakers share simulations, explanations, and strategies that answer your questions on learning disabilities — all in a friendly, approachable setting.
You don’t have to be the parent of a student enrolled at Churchill to attend one of our events. For more information on Churchill’s Parent Education Workshops, check out our upcoming events below or email Mary Brotherton at mbrotherton@churchillstl.org.
Reviews from Parent Education Workshop Attendees
- “I learned how the foundations of Wilson® help struggling readers.”
– Parent Workshop Attendee: Reading Strategies for LD/Dyslexic Students - “We attended your Wilson® Parent Workshop and gained a greater understanding of the program and how and what is should accomplish. We learned a ton and believe you all are so knowledgeable; it was so obvious that you are passionate about your jobs and love children!”
– Parent Workshop Attendee: Wilson Reading System® Parent Workshop - “I could tell you really wanted us to learn and have our questions answered! It was empowering!”
– Parent Workshop Attendee: Simulations & Adaptations of LD & ADHD - “WOW – thank you for the Parent Workshop last night. It was awesome and your teachers are so passionate and love their jobs. We could tell! We learned a ton and are so appreciative.”
– Parent Workshop Attendee: Wilson Reading System® Parent Workshop - “I loved the positivity in the workshop!”
– Parent Workshop Attendee: Simulations & Adaptations of LD & ADHD
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Wilson Reading System® Seminar for Parents
WILSON READING SYSTEM® SEMINAR FOR PARENTS
DATE: Tuesday, October 10, 2023
TIME: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
LOCATION: Churchill Center & School
1021 Municipal Center Drive | Town & Country, MO 63131
TOPICS TO BE ADDRESSED:
• Brain Basics
• Why Wilson® Works: Ten Critical Points
• What does this mean for my child?
* RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. *
RSVP to Rachel Wheatley at rwheatley@churchillstl.org
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. NO FEE TO ATTEND.
As a Wilson Accredited Partner, Churchill has been reviewed by Wilson Language Training (WLT) and meets their standards of excellence in the delivery of their programs.
Our in-house, WLT-certified trainers deliver valuable professional learning to Churchill faculty and educators from schools in the St. Louis region and beyond. The Wilson Reading System is an intensive, multi-sensory program for students who have been unable to learn to read and spell with other teaching strategies.
Speaker Series Presents: Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath (Open to All)
Churchill Center & School's Speaker Series Presents:
DR. JARED COONEY HORVATH (PhD, MEd)
WHEN: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
TIME: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
* FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! *
TOPIC: Stress, Technology, and Learning: A Potentially Dangerous Trinity
Sometimes it can make us laser-focused, and other times it leaves us floundering. Sometimes it can drive us to action, and other times it can freeze us in our tracks. What is the deal with stress and why can it have so many different outcomes? During this session, we will begin by differentiating between good and bad stress and determining what impact each has on learning. Furthermore, we will explore several concrete actions we can undertake to drive or respond to stress in our own lives. From there, we will take a dive into technology and consider how digital tools impact stress, relationships, and general learning (spoiler: it's not good!).
ABOUT THE PRESENTER: Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath (PhD, MEd) is a neuroscientist, educator, and author of the best-selling book Stop Talking, Start Influencing: 12 Insights from Brain Science to Make Your Message Stick. He has conducted research and lectured at Harvard University, Harvard Medical School, the University of Melbourne, and over 750 schools internationally. Jared has published 6 books, over 50 research articles, and his work has been published in numerous popular publications. He currently serves as Director of LME Global: a team dedicated to bringing the latest brain and behavioral research to teachers, students, and parents alike.
This FREE program is made possible by:
THE WILL CELLA FAMILY & NED MARSHALL FAMILY FUND.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Rachel Wheatley, Director, Sandra K. Gilligan School Partnerships & Outreach Programs at rwheatley@churchillstl.org.
Experience Dyslexia®: A Learning Disabilities Simulation
EXPERIENCE DYSLEXIA®: A LEARNING DISABILITIES SIMULATION
DATE: October 24, 2023
TIME: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
WHERE: Churchill Center & School
1021 Municipal Center Drive | Town & Country, MO 63131
PRESENTED BY: The Margaret and Richard Riney Family Foundation
Churchill Center & School's Sandra K. Gilligan School Partnerships & Outreach Program asks that you...
Join us for a series of simulations designed to increase awareness of the difficulties and frustrations that people with dyslexia encounter daily.
You will rotate through six stations that simulate various language-related tasks similar to those encountered by dyslexics in the
classroom and workplace.
We hope this experience will lead to greater empathy and understanding when working with students/children with dyslexia.
This session is limited to 60 participants (18 and older).
RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW!
* No fee to attend, but you must register in advance. *