Classes: FALL 2010

All classes taught by Laura Murphy, Certified Parent Coach, and are open to anyone that would like to attend.  Each class teaches to the spectrum of parents of toddlers, teens or any age in between! 

Classes are listed by location series  

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Series of Parenting Classes

Lee’s Summit United Methodist Church; 114 SE Douglas; Lee’s Summit, MO

To register contact 816-524-4966 ext. 10 or e-mail Pam at preilly@every1church.org 

or register on the web at www.every1church.org

Time: 6:30-8pm            Cost: Free

For childcare availability ask at time of registration

August 29--- Avoiding Energy Drains:Whether your children are toddlers or teens (or any age in between), come get a few new “tools in your toolbox” regarding how to approach parenting predicaments such as whining, backtalk, power struggles, defiance, follow through, and other hot topics parents face each day that drain the energy out of parenting and family life.

October 3^---Raising a Good Kid First: The world suggests your first priority is to raise an athlete, a scholar, a musician, or whatever else the culture prescribes at the moment. Look at ways to “raise a good kid first” that is steeped in character and has the strong values that are essential To true success in all areas of life.

November 7^--- Raising an Un-Entitled Child in an Entitled World:This class will help equip parents to develop the skills necessary to ward off an entitlement attitude and to raise responsible, grateful, respectful children.

 Registration required for each class. You may attend individual classes and need not attend all classes in series unless indicated otherwise.

Series of Parenting and Financial Classes

Eudora United Methodist Church; 2084 N 1300 Rd; Eudora, KS

 To register contact Dean at 785-542-3200 or EUMC@prodigy.net

Time:  6:30-8pm          Cost: $5/household for each class

For childcare availability ask at time of registration

September 8^---A Taste of Love and Logic:A look at the Love and Logic Parenting philosophy and some basic tools to try out at home, ways to find out more about Love and Logic parenting, and fun stories of Love and Logic success. 

October 20--- Basics of Financial Peace:Based off of the principles of nationally known radio talk show host and author Dave Ramsey, this class is about learning the basics of getting out of debt, budgeting, and saving for the future.  The class will offer practical ideas that can be implemented immediately as well as provide information of how to build on your knowledge with other resources and classes.  Note: This clas is not taught by Laura Murphy but instead taught by Patrick Murphy who is a Financial Peace University faciliator. 

November 10^---Avoiding Energy Drains: Whether your children are toddlers or teens or any age in between, come get a few new “tools in your toolbox” of how to approach parenting predicaments such as whining, backtalk, power struggles, defiance, follow through, and other hot topics parents face each day that drain the energy out of parenting and family life.

December 8^--Calming the Chaos of Kids and Parents at the Holidays: The closer it gets to the holidays, the more chaotic the atmosphere becomes for both parents and kids. This class presents ideas that will create calm, nurturing, and will foster the true spirit of the holidays and still allow parents to get everything done on their to-do list.

  Registration required for each class. You may attend individual classes and need not attend all classes in series unless indicated otherwise.

“Becoming a Love and Logic Parent” 

5-week consective series

Ascension Catholic Church; 9510 W. 127^th Street; Overland Park, KS

 To register contact Michelle at 913-681-3348 Ext 142 or mgress@kcascension.org

Time: 6:30-8:30pm

Cost $50/household for entire 5-week series; includes workbook

  For childcare availability ask at time of registration

Sept 15-October 13 “Becoming a Love and Logic Parent” 

From the nationally know parenting philosophy of “Love and Logic” where parents learn how to set enforceable limits, give choices within those limits, and consequences with empathy. For parents of all ages and stages.  Each week participants will build on the knowledge and experience of the week before while finding their parenting confidences grow!

This class builds on the previous week and it is suggested to attend all 5 week in this series.

Series of Parenting Classes

Asbury United Methodist Church; 5400 W. 75th Street, Prairie Village, KS

To register call 913-432-5573 or register on line at www.visitasbury.org

    Time:  6:30-8pm           Cost: $5/household for each class

For childcare availablility, ask at time of registration.

October 19--Putting the Fun Back into Parenting:  Does parenting leave you feeling drained rather than fulfilled? Take a look at some simple, practical steps you can take in your day to revive yourself, your parenting style, and add to your family!

October 26--Helping Your Child Succeed in School: A class offering a wealth of ideas about how to help your children take responsibility for their own work, earn good grades, and to be responsible while helping parents eliminate nagging, bribing, arguing, and doing homework for their kids.  

November 2--Raising Responsible Kids:  This class will provide guidance on how to design an allowance and chores program that is just right for your household no matter the ages of the kids or the amount of family income. We’ll offer practical ideas in a fun, easy to learn style that will help you raise responsible children.

November 9--Parenting Grateful Children:  The focus on this class will be on how parents can implement techniques into their parenting skills to ward off entitlement and raise responsible, grateful, respectful children that think of others before themselves in a society entrenched in entitlement

November 1--Calming Holiday Chaos: The closer it gets to the holidays, the more chaotic the atmosphere becomes for both parents and kids. This class presents ideas that will create calm, nurturing, and will foster the true spirit of the holidays and still allow parents to get everything done on their to-do list.  

Registration required for each class. You may attend individual classes and need not attend all classes in series unless indicated otherwise.

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These classes and many more can be offered at your church, school, or work. 

For information about how to bring Parent Coach Laura Murphy and a parenting class to your location, contact Laura at LMurphy@real-families.com or 913-393-5981.

 Scheduled is updated quarterly;
Watch this site for these and other class topics offered in 2010 and 2011.