Location: Canyon Vista Middle School
Time: 3:30 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Audience: For girls

Do you wish your relationship with your mom was better sometimes? If you want more fun, freedom, and respect, less fighting, frustration and fewer rules, discover the power of effective communication and the art of negotiation. Learn simple strategies to get your mom to listen to you, respect your opinions, and trust you more. Unlock the mysteries of "parent psychology," decode confusing things parents say, and learn positive steps you can take when your parents are/mom is unfair in this interactive 1 hour workshop with local teen-parent counselor, Donna Rose, LPC.

Location: Mendez Middle School Library
Time: 7:30 a.m.- 9:00 a.m.
Audience: For girls & fathers

Dads will learn what they can do to help their daughters be all they can be. Daughters will be encouraged to confide, through a facilitator, those things they need from their fathers to feel more confident, competent and strong. Dads also will share with one another what seems to work in forging strong father-daughter bonds. Join fellow dads and Juan Sanchez, Ed.D. Executive Director of Southwest Key Program, for a memorable morning with your special Valentine. Breakfast will be served.

Location: Westridge Middle School
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Audience: For parents

Girls are saturated with messages telling them that attractiveness, sex appeal and popularity are their most important values. This often leads to a steep decline in self-esteem in the middle school years. Shannon Huggins, LMSW–ACP, from Creekside Mental Health, will walk parents through what they can do to support their daughters’ inner selves and what girls can do to resist unhealthy messages.

Location: Kealing Middle School
Time: 3:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m
Audience: For girls

Come get a taste of how yoga can help your mind, body and spirit. Learn basic yoga moves and how to incorporate relaxation techniques into your daily life. Understand your body in a way completely different from what fashion magazines tell you, and find out how to let go of stress at home and at school. Yoga is fun! Wear comfortable clothing. It’s best to do yoga on an empty stomach; if you need to eat beforehand, please eat lightly. Anita Stoll, LMSW-ACP, is a certified hatha yoga instructor, and Kelly Inselmann, LMSW-ACP, is a certified kundalini yoga instructor.

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