Parent University
New for the 2019-2020 school year, Madison School District will be hosting seven Parent University engagement nights focused on a variety of topics for parents to help support their student’s social/emotional wellness and success. For more information, please call (602) 664-7927.
You can view information and resources from past Parent University sessions here.
2019-2020 Schedule
All Parent University sessions will be held at the Madison Center for the Arts – 5601 N. 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85016 at 6 p.m. View the Parent University flyer.
- August 28, 2019 – 6 p.m. – View Event Flyer | View Resources & Video
“Growth Mindset: Why Every Parent Needs One”
Dr. Karen Benson, Director SW Region Imagine Schools - September 25, 2019 – 6 p.m. – View Event Flyer | View Video
“Under Pressure: How Parents Can Best Support Youth and their Mental Health and Wellness”
Dr. Aaron Krasnow, Associate Vice President/Counseling and Health Services, Arizona State University - October 16, 2019 – 6 p.m. – View Event Flyer | View Resources & Video
“The Middle Years: How to Create an Incredible Student Experience”
James Martin, Principal, Kyrene Altadena Middle School - November 20, 2019 – 6 p.m. – View Event Flyer | View Resources & Video
“All the Screens, Tweens, and Teens: How to Mentor, Monitor, and be Mindful”
Katey McPherson, Common Sense Media Advisory Board Member - January 22, 2020 – 6 p.m.
“How to Create a Life of Drama-Free Homework”
Joann Crohn, No Guilt Mom - February 19, 2020 – 6 p.m.
“Vaping 101: What Every Parent Needs to Know”
Shane Watson, NotMYKid, Inc. - March 25, 2020 – 6 p.m.
“High School Matters: How to Reach, Teach, and Support Your Rising 8th Grader”
Shawna Thue, ASU Prep Academic Success Counselor