Summer is Here!
Visit our Summer Camp Resource Page
to find virtual and in-person camp activities for children!
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Training Opportunities!
Getting Ready for the Start of the School Year for Elementary Students
- Monday, June 26th 7:00 - 8:00 pm
A session on strategies for families to prepare for the start of the school year for preschool and elementary students.
Learn helpful hints for preparing your child for the school year, strategies for building positive relationships with school staff, and take away resources to assist in the transition to a new school year. Register here!
How To Tuesday: All About TEFRA
- Tuesday, July 11th 12:00 - 12:45 pm
TEFRA is a form of Medicaid. Learn about eligibility requirements, where and how to apply, and get answers to frequently asked questions! Learn more and register here!
Triple P: Positive Parenting for Children with a Disability
- Tuesday, July 13th 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
An introduction to Triple P and the seven key principles behind this approach to being a parent of a child with a disability. This is session one of three-part series but each session is a stand alone. Learn more and register here!
Family Connection: South Carolina’s Parent Training and Information Center
- Tuesday, July 18th 12:00-12:30 pm
Join us to learn about SC's Parent Training Information Center! This session will spotlight Family Connection's Education Partner Program including how to understand your child's IEP or 504 plan. Learn more and register here!
Getting Ready for the Start of School for Middle & High School Students
- Tuesday, July 18th 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Wondering how to make "Back To School" a positive thing for your middle/ high school child? Join us for strategies to lessen the stress! Learn more and register here!
Triple P: Helping Your Child Reach Their Potential
- Thursday, July 20th 11:30 am -1:00 pm
This second session in the Triple P series will cover six steps to being an effective teacher at home and promoting important life skills to your children. Each session is a stand alone. Learn more and register here!
Tips and Tricks for Positive Communication with Your Child’s School
- Tuesday, July 25th 12:00 - 12:45 pm
Everyone wins-especially the child-when parents, caregivers, teachers, and schools have positive, effective communication. Learn more and register here!
Triple P: Changing Problem Behavior Into Positive Behavior
- Thursday, July 27th 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
This third in a series of Triple P trainings will discuss each of the six important steps to change or manage problem behavior. Each session is a stand-alone. Learn more and register here!
You Asked, Parents Answered! Positive Communication Between Home and School
- July 31st 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Join us as we talk with parents sharing their tips on how to have effective, positive communication with schools and their child's teacher. Learn more and register here!
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We can't wait for the opening reception
of LOOK! 2023 on July 30th.
This is the night when we present our exhibit to the participating families, photographers, and sponsors! The exhibit will open to the public on July 31st at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center! LOOK! then travels to the Lexington County Library--located at 5440 Augusta Road--for the month of September. Future locations to be announced!
Meanwhile, you can visit the corridor next to the food court at Columbiana Centre now to view many of the photos from the 2022 exhibit!
The complete LOOK! 2022 collection can be viewed on our virtual gallery!
LOOK! 2023 is presented by Groucho's Deli--additional sponsorship opportunities and ad space in the 2023 LOOK! Book are still available--contact Jacki Garbinsky at 803-995-1413 or send an email! Make a gift of any size to help support LOOK! and the mission of Family Connection--just click the button to get started!
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