The Parenting Way©
The Parenting Way© is a structured ten-week parenting skills course developed and trademarked by Family Directions of Iowa. The Parenting Way© curriculum addresses the importance of early childhood initiatives and seeks to change parents’ knowledge of child development, attitudes toward parenting, and their view of themselves as the most important first step toward enhancing the parent-child relationship.
Read the success story of one parent here.
Classes are ongoing and revolving. Parents may register at any time, but must complete each session. Parents earn a certificate for each completed session and Special Certificate for completing the entire course. Parents are also asked to enroll in a Parents Anonymous® group when they sign up for a class. Class pre-registration is required. To register, call 515.255.9490 or e-mail info@familydirectionsiowa.org.
Fall 2008 Schedule
Session I: The Parenting Way…To Discipline Without Harm
Thursdays, 12:30-2:30pm
Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00pm
Class #1 Agency Programs – Parents Anonymous, The Parenting Way, Parents as Teachers
Class #2 Discipline Without Harm
Class #3 Behavior Management Toolbox
Class #4 Assertive & Effective Discipline
Session II: The Parenting Way… To Communicate & Problem Solve
Thursdays, 12:30-2:30pm September 11th, 18th
Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00pm September 9th, 16th
Class #1 Basic Communication Tips
Class #2 Basic Problem Solving Tips
Session III: The Parenting Way…To Nurture Ourselves & Our Children
Thursdays, 12:30-2:30pm September 25th, October 2nd, 9th
Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00pm September 23rd, 30th, October 7th
Class #1 Unconditional Love & Bonding
Class #2 Identifying your strengths
Class #3 Identifying your stressors
Session IV: The Parenting Way…To Ask for Help & Seek Support
Thursdays, 12:30-2:30pm October 16th
Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00pm October 14th
Class #1 Children’s Support Systems & Family Resources
Classes are ongoing and revolving. Parents may register at any time, but must complete each session. Parents earn a Certificate for each completed session and Special Certificate for completing the entire course. Registration required.
Contact: Family Directions of Iowa, Inc.
(515) 255-9490 or (515) 223-5614 En Espanola
1211 Vine Street Suite 2224
West Des Moines, IA 50265
Email: info@familydirectionsiowa.org
Instructors: Wendy Ryan - Morning Classes
Jodi Scott - Evening Classes



