> Get the GuideWhat are Family Engagement & Life 101 sessions?
Family Engagement/Life 101 is a partnership program between emplyers and the Highlands Economic Partnership's Family Engagement Committee. Various session topics are offered to assist parents and guardians of school-age children address the issues their student(s) may face in school. These partnerships share responsibility for the well-being of children through schools, parents and the business community.
How do these sessions benefit employers and their employees?
Family Engagement/Life 101 sessions have strengthened employer/employee relationships in companies offering the program. Sessions build teamwork among co-workers beyond traditional methods. Offering programs to assist parents/guardians with their school-age children is a step toward building a stronger future workforce. Employees see the company cares about their family which creates stronger work ethic and morale and encourages more employee engagement in the company.
Sample Topics:
| Responding to Your Child's Personality | Peer Pressure |
| Bullying | ADD & ADHD |
| Self Esteem | Learning Styles |
| Consequences: Logical/Natural | Goal Setting |
| Communication | Stress Reduction |
| Trophy Parenting | Fitness and Nutrition |
| Respect | Reading and Math Standards |
| Drugs and Risky Behavior | Understanding Test Scores |
| Teen Trends | Pathways to Prosperity |
| Optimistic Child | TN Scholars |
| Anger Management | TN Promise |
| Family Dynamics: Blended/Single | TN Reconnect |
| Internet Security | Scholarships |
| Social Media | Post-Secondary Education |
| Coping with a Teen Breakup | Finance |
| Mean Girls | WCTE Ready To Learn |
For more information, contact Kathy Bain.
