Events Calendar

September 15th, 2011
Boys and Girls Side by Side

Too often the topic of gender differences is approached as a zero sum game as if one gender has it worse and that by helping one gender we will hurt the other. This workshop explores the strengths and challenges boys and girls tend to face in terms of relationships without pathologizing either boys or girls. Parents will leave this workshop with new ideas about how to best support their sons and daughters. There will be time to talk about how these issues apply to the environment of daVinci Middle School. Portland, OR.

October 12th, 2011
Moving To The Middle

This parent presentation will consider the lives of middle school students, look at the changes required in families to support young teens, and explore strategies for maintaining connections during this transition time. Stoller Middle School. Beaverton, OR.

October 14th, 2011
BAM! Engaging Boys In Counseling and Classroom Settings

Learn all you need to know to confidently lead BAM! groups at this full day workshop. Participants will learn about the research that underlies the BAM! approach as well as practice the adventure based activities and strategic storytelling methods used in BAM! groups. Presented with Peter Mortola, PhD and Stephen Grant, LCSW. Registration through Lewis and Clark College. Portland, OR.

October 20th, 2011
Boys as Peacemakers

This youth workshop will help boys understand the impact of socialization on their development. Middle school and high school aged participants will consider how they can support their peers to be their best. Oregon Peacemakers Conference. Portland, OR.

October 20th, 2011
What About Boys?

Look at the data describing how boys are doing in their schools and communities. Consider the role that nature and nurture plays on boys’ development. Learn strategies to maintain your relationship with boys. Presented with Kathy Masarie at Legacy Emanuel Hospital. Register through Legacy Health Systems. Portland, OR.

October 25th, 2011
Helping Your Son Succeed in School

Boys’ academic challenges are well documented. This parent presentation looks at how parents can support their son’s academic progress. We will look closely at organizational skills, making school relevant, advocating for your son, and finding more success with reading and writing. Boeckman Creek Elementary School. Wilsonville, OR.

December 7th, 2011
Collaborating with Youth in Treatment

This staff development workshop will focus on strategies for engaging adjudicated youth in their care. We will explore communication strategies, consider methods for building rapport and look at ways to more effectively build trust between staff and clients. Boys and Girls Aid Society, Portland, OR.

February 1st, 2012
Connecting to Boys’ Strengths

So often boys get told what not to do and how not to be. How can we see boys as something other than as problems? This 90 minute parent presentation will explore that idea and consider practical ways to connect to our boys’ strengths. Alameda Elementary School. Portland, OR.

February 8th, 2012
Helping Boys Succeed in School

This parent conversation will explore the factors necessary for boys’ academic and social success. We will consider practical steps parents can take to support their sons’ progress in school. Vestal School, Portland, OR.

March 3rd, 2012
Keeping Perspective and Staying Connected A Full Day Workshop on Raising Teens

Adolescence represents a time of intense change for teens and their families. This workshop will provide you with an opportunity to calmly consider what’s working well in your family and steps you can take to improve behavior and relationships. Through presentation, video clips and small group conversations we will explore: setting appropriate limits, monitoring technology, talking to teens about risky behavior, and communication styles that work. Download workshop flyer. Please call 1-877-435-3500 to register. Meridian Park Hospital, Tualitan, OR.

April 18th, 2012
What About Boys?

Look at the data describing how boys are doing in their schools and communities. Consider the role that nature and nurture plays on boys’ development. Learn strategies to maintain your relationship with boys. Presented with Kathy Masarie at Meridian Park Hospital. Register through Legacy Health Systems. Tualatin, OR.

June 15th, 2012
BAM! Engaging Boys In Counseling and Classroom Settings

Learn all you need to know to confidently lead BAM! groups at this two day day workshop. Participants will learn about the research that underlies the BAM! approach as well as practice the adventure based activities and strategic storytelling methods used in BAM! groups. Presented with Peter Mortola, PhD and Stephen Grant, LCSW. Lewis and Clark College. Portland, OR. Registration details available soon