A 5 Hour Love and Logic Parenting Seminar

This program full of practical, easy to learn skills that give your kids

the social and behavioral advantage transitioning into Preschool or Kindergarten

and that make parenting less stressful, fun and effective.

Teach Your Kids Skills That Will Last A Lifetime!

NEW Program for Preschool Parents

Endorsements

“The Santa Barbara School Districts support Family Fuel's Program, “Starting School Strong,” to provide parent education to all incoming kindergarten parents. We anticipate that the program will help increase school success for participating families.

The Santa Barbara School Districts agree to encourage parents take advantage of the classes and on-going services as a part of their registration for kindergarten. We feel this is an innovative and helpful service to support social change in our community and encourage the partnership of local foundations and Family Fuel to bring this to a reality.”

J. Brian Sarvis, Ed.D.

Superintendent, Santa Barbara School Districts

“I attended a session of Starting School Strong and found it to be both a positive and powerful lesson for parents and staff.  Parents were offered strong strategies to use with their children in a comfortable and meaningful manner.  The presenter used short vignettes, video clips, and discussion / questions time to help parents fully understand the philosophy of Love and Logic.

The English presenter and Spanish speaking interpreter worked skillfully as a team to pace the information well and ensure parent’s understanding of the material. If only I could have had this great training 20 years ago when my own children were young! 

I recommend this training to anyone who is interested in ending the battles with their child and building a positive relationship.”

Jennie A. Martinez

Child Development Coordinator, Santa Barbara School Districts

Attention: Principals, Preschool & Program Directors:

    Bring this valuable program to your school!!

Click here to schedule a seminar for your group anywhere in the US

Family Fuel’s Starting School Strong Program has been funded in part by:

                The James S. Bower Foundation

The First Day of Kindergarten

The kindergarten teacher asked the child to pick up the blocks.  She was surprised and frustrated, because she had to ask repeatedly without compliance.  “We always give him plenty of warnings,” said his mom, “And then we count to three.  He will totally listen it if you raise your voice.” Later that day, the teacher asked the children to line up for recess.  The boy ran away.  The teacher ended having to chase him around to get him inside.  “We always have to run and get him,” said mom, “When we say come, he always runs the other way.”

Again, as the teacher offered him a choice of activities, he did not comply.  “Do you want to paint or play in the block area?”  “I want to go outside.”  She repeated her choice.  “I want to do the computer.”  The third time, she repeated the choice as her energy was draining.  “Paints or blocks?” she firmly asks. “I want Legos,” he replies.  Again, mom told of how they handle this at home.  He isn’t held accountable for the limits they set for him - he gets to choose outside of the choices given.  After just one day, what is the teacher’s opinion of this child?  Compliant or noncompliant?  With all the extra energy this child requires, will that teacher choose him to take the attendance to the office?  Will she ask him to be a line leader?  Will she call on him, or will she avoid the risk of having him not listen.  At the end of the year, as she tells the first grade teacher about the child, what will her assessment be?  The first day of school can set the tone for his entire school experience.

        All this can be avoided by using simple, effective parenting techniques.  Prevention parenting at a young age can set the stage for school success.

To find a class offered in Santa Barbara, CA or Solvang, CA click here

    OR click here to schedule a seminar for your group anywhere in the US