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2012-2013 Fall SemesterCourse Catalog
A partnership and promise between Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and the families and community we serve.
Free Workshops for Families!
Family & Community Services DepartmentP.O. Box 30035 • Charlotte, NC 28230 • Phone: 980-343-0318 • Fax: 980-343-1338 • www.cmsparentuniversity.org
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2012-2013 Fall
Parent University Courses by Course Title Course Title Page # Course Title Page #
Becoming Your Child’s Best and Most Effective Advocate .......................................... 4
Can We Talk? Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences ............................................................... 4
Communities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ................... 5
Creating a College Timeline – Preparing for College Does Not Start in Your Senior Year .......... 5
From Beginning to Middle – Helping Your Child Make a Smooth Transition to Middle School ....... 5
Gang Awareness ............................................................. 6
Getting Started – An Overview of the ESL, GED, and Adult High School Program at CPCC ............ 13
Graduation Project.......................................................... 6
Helping Your Student Make Good Decisions ............. 6
High School 411 ............................................................... 3
Homework without the Headache ............................... 8
How Parents Can Help Their Child Read to Succeed ....................................................... 8
How to Determine if Your Child is Stressed or Overwhelmed ....................................... 8
In Pursuit of Academic Excellence – When Excellence Begins at Home ......................... 9
Introducing Atomic Learning – An Online Instructional Tool for Parents and Students ........ 9
Managing Behavior & Promoting Self-Discipline ........................................ 9
Math Investigations – A Guide to Doing Math at Home ........................... 10
Meeting Your Child’s Needs with a PEP .................... 10
Parenting Teens with Love and Logic ........................ 14
Preparing for Kindergarten — Making the Adjustment to School ........................ 10
Preparing for the High School Years – Transitioning From Middle to High ....................... 11
Ready, Set, Read ........................................................... 11
S.T.E.M. Beyond the Classroom .................................. 11
Self-Esteem and its Impact on Academic Development ......................................... 12
Study Island: A 21st Century Tool for Every Student............................................. 12
The Internet as a Safe Place for Learning ............... 12
Understanding and Using CMS Tool Parent Assistant .............................................. 12
Understanding Middle School Math ......................... 13
Understanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative ........................................ 7
Using E-Readers to Promote Literacy ....................... 13
Why Read Aloud?.......................................................... 13
Why School Attendance Matters .............................. 14
Your Mental Health Matters ........................................ 14
Parent University Registration Form .......................... 15
Por favor pregúntele a la escuela acerca de los intérpretes. Las clases que se ofrecen en español están listadas en las de este catálogo.
Guía de cursos de la Universidad de Padres – Clases en español .........................1–16
Formulario de inscripción para la Universidad de Padres en español ...................... 17
Parent University Course Guide – Table of Contents by Course Title
Please check out our website for updated dates, times and locations at www.cmsparentuniversity.org.
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2012-2013 Fall Parent University Course Guide – Table of Contents by School
School / Course Title Page # School / Course Title Page # School / Course Title Page #
Albemarle Road ElementaryGang Awareness .....................................................................................................6Helping Your Student Make Good Decisions ..........................................................6How to Determine if Your Child is Stressed or Overwhelmed ...............................8Why School Attendance Matters .........................................................................14Helping Your Student Make Good Decisions ..........................................................6
Alexander Graham MiddleUnderstanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative ................................7
Ardrey Kell HighHigh School 411 ......................................................................................................3Parenting Teens with Love and Logic....................................................................14
Ashley Park PreK-8Communities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5Gang Awareness .....................................................................................................6How Parents Can Help Their Child Read to Succeed .............................................8Ready, Set, Read ...................................................................................................11
Bailey MiddleHomework without the Headache ..........................................................................8
Barringer Academic CenterCommunities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5How to Determine if Your Child is Stressed or Overwhelmed ...............................8
Berewick ElementaryUnderstanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative ................................7
Blythe ElementaryManaging Behavior & Promoting Self-Discipline ...................................................9
Carmel MiddleCommunities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5Creating a College Timeline – Preparing for College Does Not Start in Your Senior Year ......................................................5From Beginning to Middle – Helping Your Child Make a Smooth Transition to Middle School .........................................................5Understanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative ................................7
Clear Creek ElementaryHow Parents Can Help Their Child Read to Succeed .............................................8Meeting Your Child’s Needs with a PEP ...............................................................10Understanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative ................................7
Cochrane Collegiate AcademyCommunities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5Gang Awareness .....................................................................................................6Helping Your Student Make Good Decisions ..........................................................6Understanding and Using CMS Tool Parent Assistant .........................................12
Collinswood Language AcademyCreating a College Timeline – Preparing for College Does Not Start in Your Senior Year ......................................................5Math Investigations – A Guide to Doing Math at Home ......................................10Understanding Middle School Math .....................................................................13
Community House MiddleHow to Determine if Your Child is Stressed or Overwhelmed ...............................8Parenting Teens with Love and Logic....................................................................14
Cornelius ElementaryUnderstanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative ................................7Using E-Readers to Promote Literacy ...................................................................13
Coulwood MiddleCommunities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5Gang Awareness .....................................................................................................6
Croft Community SchoolHow Parents Can Help Their Child Read to Succeed .............................................8
Crown Point ElementaryHelping Your Student Make Good Decisions ..........................................................6Managing Behavior & Promoting Self-Discipline ...................................................9Preparing for Kindergarten – Making the Adjustment to School .........................10Ready, Set, Read ...................................................................................................11
David Cox ElementaryCommunities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5Ready, Set, Read ...................................................................................................11
Davidson ElementaryCommunities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5
Devonshire ElementaryGetting Started – An Overview of the ESL, GED, and Adult High School Program at CPCC ..............................................................13Managing Behavior & Promoting Self-Discipline ...................................................9Preparing for Kindergarten – Making the Adjustment to School .........................10
Druid Hills AcademyBecoming Your Child’s Best and Most Effective Advocate .....................................4In Pursuit of Academic Excellence – When Excellence Begins at Home ..............9
East Mecklenburg HighPreparing for the High School Years – Transitioning From Middle to High..........11Understanding and Using CMS Tool Parent Assistant .........................................12
Eastway MiddleCan We Talk? Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences ............................................4From Beginning to Middle – Helping Your Child Make a Smooth Transition to Middle School .........................................................5
Endhaven ElementaryIntroducing Atomic Learning – An Online Instructional Tool for Parents and Students ...........................................................9
Francis Bradley MiddleHelping Your Student Make Good Decisions ..........................................................6
Greenway Park ElementaryCommunities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5Self-Esteem and its Impact on Academic Development ......................................12
A partnership and promise between Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and the families and community we serve.
Harding University HighYour Mental Health Matters .................................................................................14Gang Awareness .....................................................................................................6Getting Started – An Overview of the ESL, GED, and Adult High School Program at CPCC ..............................................................13Graduation Project ..................................................................................................6Meeting Your Child’s Needs with a PEP ...............................................................10Preparing for the High School Years – Transitioning From Middle to High..........11Your Mental Health Matters .................................................................................14
Hawk Ridge ElementaryHow to Determine if Your Child is Stressed or Overwhelmed ...............................8Managing Behavior & Promoting Self-Discipline ...................................................9Self-Esteem and its Impact on Academic Development ......................................12
Hawthorne HighCan We Talk? Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences ............................................4Helping Your Student Make Good Decisions ..........................................................6High School 411 ......................................................................................................3
Hickory Grove ElementaryBecoming Your Child’s Best and Most Effective Advocate .....................................4Can We Talk? Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences ............................................4Why School Attendance Matters .........................................................................14
Hidden Valley ElementaryManaging Behavior & Promoting Self-Discipline ...................................................9Understanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative ................................7
Highland Creek ElementaryCan We Talk? Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences ............................................4How Parents Can Help Their Child Read to Succeed .............................................8
Hopewell HighCreating a College Timeline – Preparing for College Does Not Start in Your Senior Year ......................................................5Graduation Project ..................................................................................................6High School 411 ......................................................................................................3
Huntersville ElementaryMath Investigations – A Guide to Doing Math at Home ......................................10The Internet as a Safe Place for Learning ...........................................................12
Idlewild ElementaryHow Parents Can Help Their Child Read to Succeed .............................................8Introducing Atomic Learning – An Online Instructional Tool for Parents and Students ...........................................................9Math Investigations – A Guide to Doing Math at Home ......................................10
Independence HighHigh School 411 ......................................................................................................3
J.H. Gunn ElementaryWhy Read Aloud? ..................................................................................................13
Joseph W. Grier AcademyCan We Talk? Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences ............................................4Communities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5How Parents Can Help Their Child Read to Succeed .............................................8Managing Behavior & Promoting Self-Discipline ...................................................9
JV Washam ElementaryCommunities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5The Internet as a Safe Place for Learning ...........................................................12
Kennedy MiddleHow Parents Can Help Their Child Read to Succeed .............................................8Meeting Your Child’s Needs with a PEP ...............................................................10
Lebanon Road ElementaryMath Investigations – A Guide to Doing Math at Home ......................................10
Long Creek ElementaryReady, Set, Read ...................................................................................................11
Mallard Creek ElementaryMath Investigations – A Guide to Doing Math at Home ......................................10Understanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative ................................7
McClintock Middle/Communities in SchoolsFrom Beginning to Middle – Helping Your Child Make a Smooth Transition to Middle School .........................................................5Gang Awareness .....................................................................................................6Helping Your Student Make Good Decisions ..........................................................6Managing Behavior & Promoting Self-Discipline ...................................................9
McKee Road ElementaryHomework without the Headache ..........................................................................8Understanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative ................................7
Military & Global Leadership Academy at Marie G. DavisHomework without the Headache ..........................................................................8Meeting Your Child’s Needs with a PEP ...............................................................10Self-Esteem and its Impact on Academic Development ......................................12
Montclaire ElementaryCan We Talk? Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences ............................................4Ready, Set, Read ...................................................................................................11Study Island: A 21st Century Tool for Every Student ............................................12
Mountain Island ElementaryS.T.E.M. Beyond the Classroom ............................................................................11
Myers Park HighParenting Teens with Love and Logic....................................................................14
Northeast MiddleMath Investigations – A Guide to Doing Math at Home ......................................10Understanding CMS Tool Parent Assistant...........................................................12
Oakdale ElementaryReady, Set, Read ...................................................................................................11Understanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative ................................7
Oaklawn Language AcademyCommunities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5Gang Awareness .....................................................................................................6
Oaklawn Language AcademyHelping Your Student Make Good Decisions ..........................................................6How to Determine if Your Child is Stressed or Overwhelmed ...............................8Self-Esteem and its Impact on Academic Development ......................................12
Olympic Community of SchoolsGang Awareness .....................................................................................................6
Phillip O. Berry Academy of TechnologyGraduation Project ..................................................................................................6High School 411 ......................................................................................................3
Piney Grove ElementaryGetting Started – An Overview of the ESL, GED, and Adult High School Program at CPCC ..............................................................13Managing Behavior & Promoting Self-Discipline ...................................................9Math Investigations – A Guide to Doing Math at Home ......................................10Why Read Aloud? ..................................................................................................13
Quail Hollow MiddleCommunities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5Helping Your Student Make Good Decisions ..........................................................6How Parents Can Help Their Child Read to Succeed .............................................8Parenting Teens with Love and Logic....................................................................14
Reid Park AcademyWhy School Attendance Matters .........................................................................14
Ridge Road MiddleFrom Beginning to Middle – Helping Your Child Make a Smooth Transition to Middle School .........................................................5
River Oaks AcademyCommunities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5
Rocky River HighWhy School Attendance Matters .........................................................................14
South Mecklenburg HighHigh School 411 ......................................................................................................3Parenting Teens with Love and Logic....................................................................14
Southwest MiddleHelping Your Student Make Good Decisions ..........................................................6Homework without the Headache ..........................................................................8
Statesville Road ElementaryMath Investigations – A Guide to Doing Math at Home ......................................10Understanding and Using CMS Tool Parent Assistant .........................................12Understanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative ................................7Why School Attendance Matters .........................................................................14
Steele Creek ElementaryUnderstanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative ................................7
Sterling ElementaryCan We Talk? Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences ............................................4Communities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5Managing Behavior & Promoting Self-Discipline ...................................................9
Stoney Creek ElementaryStudy Island: A 21st Century Tool for Every Student ............................................12
Torrence Creek ElementaryHomework without the Headache ..........................................................................8
Tuckaseegee ElementaryManaging Behavior & Promoting Self-Discipline ...................................................9Self-Esteem and its Impact on Academic Development ......................................12
University Park Creative Arts SchoolCan We Talk? Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences ............................................4From Beginning to Middle – Helping Your Child Make a Smooth Transition to Middle School .........................................................5Introducing Atomic Learning – An Online Instructional Tool for Parents and Students ...........................................................9Understanding and Using CMS Tool Parent Assistant .........................................12Understanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative ................................7
Walter G. Byers SchoolFrom Beginning to Middle – Helping Your Child Make a Smooth Transition to Middle School .........................................................5
West Charlotte HighHigh School 411 ......................................................................................................3Understanding and Using CMS Tool Parent Assistant .........................................12Why School Attendance Matters .........................................................................14
West Mecklenburg HighGang Awareness .....................................................................................................6High School 411 ......................................................................................................3Why School Attendance Matters .........................................................................14
Whitewater AcademyCommunities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5
Winding Springs ElementaryCan We Talk? Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences ............................................4Ready, Set, Read ...................................................................................................11
Windsor Park ElementaryReady, Set, Read ...................................................................................................11Your Mental Health Matters .................................................................................14
Winget Park ElementaryCan We Talk? Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences ............................................4Managing Behavior & Promoting Self-Discipline ...................................................9
Winterfield ElementaryCan We Talk? Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences ............................................4Communities, Parent, and Schools Working Together to Prevent Bullying ............5How to Determine if Your Child is Stressed or Overwhelmed ...............................8
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HIGH SCHOOL 411
Register NOW! – Online registration available at www.cmsparentuniversity.org or call 980.343.0318.
A partnership and promise between Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and the families and community we serve.
In compliance with federal law, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools administers all educational programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility: If auxiliary aids for communication are necessary for participation in a CMS program or service, participants are encouraged to notify the ADA coordinator at least one week prior to program commencement at 980-343-6661 (voice) or [email protected].
This workshop will help parents and students smoothly navigate the transition from middle to high school. At the high school level, sometimes things can go “south” quickly. You thought your
child was doing fine; however, you’re beginning to notice your child having a lack of interest in school. All of a sudden, they’re “sinking.” This workshop will allow you to find out what
resources are available to keep your child in school and ultimately achieve graduation.
Workshops offered:Date Location Room Time
9/13/2012 South Mecklenburg High8900 Park RoadCharlotte, NC 28210
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/18/2012 Hawthorne High1411 Hawthorne LaneCharlotte, NC 28205
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/20/2012 Hopewell High11530 Beatties Ford RoadHuntersville, NC 28078
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/2/2012 Independence High1967 Patriot DriveCharlotte, NC 28227
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/10/2012 West Charlotte High2219 Senior Drive Charlotte, NC 28216
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/23/2012 Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology1430 Alleghany StreetCharlotte, NC 28208
Cafeteria or Gymnasium
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/5/2012 Ardrey Kell High10220 Ardrey Kell RoadCharlotte, NC 28277
Auditorium or Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/15/2012 West Mecklenburg High/Harvest Church7429 Tuckaseegee RoadCharlotte, NC 28214
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
A Parent’s Guide to Understanding How to Navigate through High School
Who Should Attend? – Any CMS parent with a rising 9th through 12th grade student. Students are welcome to attend as well!
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Can We Talk?: Effective Parent-Teacher ConferencesAge: 5 to Young AdultPresented by: CMS Family & Community Services DepartmentDate Location Room Time
9/18/2012 Highland Creek Elementary7242 Highland Creek ParkwayCharlotte, NC 28269
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/27/2012 Winterfield Elementary 3100 Winterfield Place Charlotte, NC 28205
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/2/2012 Winget Park Elementary12235 Winget RoadCharlotte, NC 28278
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/4/2012 Sterling Elementary9601 China Grove Church RoadPineville, NC 28134
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/4/2012 University Park Creative Arts2400 Hildebrand StreetCharlotte, NC 28216
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/9/2012 Eastway Middle1501 Norland RoadCharlotte, NC 28205
Media or Cafeteria
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/11/2012 Hickory Grove Elementary6709 Pence RoadCharlotte, NC 28215
Cafeteria 5:30pm– 6:30pm
10/11/2012 Joseph W. Grier Academy8330 Grier RoadCharlotte, NC 28215
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/12/2012 Montclaire Elementary5801 Farmbrook DriveCharlotte, NC 28210
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/18/2012 Hawthorne High1411 Hawthorne LaneCharlotte, NC 28205
Multi-Purpose
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/25/2012 Winding Springs Elementary6601 Horace Mann RoadCharlotte, NC 28269
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of elementary, middle, and high school students
Description: Keeping the lines of communication open between home and school is critical to your child’s academic success. This workshop will help parents prepare and get the most out of parent-teacher conferences.
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Becoming Your Child’s Best and Most Effective AdvocateAge: 0 to Young AdultPresented by: Parent University Presenters NetworkDate Location Room Time
9/18/2012 Druid Hills Academy2801 Lucena AvenueCharlotte, NC 28206
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/4/2012 Hickory Grove Elementary6709 Pence RoadCharlotte, NC 28215
Cafeteria 5:30pm– 6:30pm
Target Audience: All parents and caregivers
Description: Strong advocacy skills are critical as you work to ensure your child benefits from his/her education. Learn the steps to help you effectively advocate for your child’s needs. Remember, you are an equal partner in your child’s education.
Workshop Feature:
Juntos Program The Juntos Program was developed by the N.C. State University Cooperative Extension Program
to help English as a Second Language (ESL) parents and their children become more aware of
the high school curriculum and post-secondary educational opportunities.
Coming soon to
Garinger High School Harding University High School
South Mecklenburg High School Vance High School
Visit www.cmsparentuniversity.org for more information.
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Creating a College Timeline – Preparing for College Does Not Start in Your Senior YearAge: 11 to Young AdultPresented by: Parent University Presenters NetworkDate Location Room Time
9/21/2012 Collinswood Language Academy4000 Applegate RoadCharlotte, NC 28209
Room 24 6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/27/2012 Carmel Middle5001 Camilla DriveCharlotte, NC 28226
Cafeteria 6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/4/2012 Hopewell High11530 Beatties Ford RoadHuntersville, NC 28078
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Middle and high school students and parents
Description: This workshop offers tips and suggestions on ways students can prepare to successfully attend the college of their choice and earn scholarships. High grade point averages, challenging courses, extracurricular activities, community service, leadership opportunities, and good citizenship all play a big part in the college application and admission process. Learn more about how to start the process early!
From Beginning to Middle – Helping Your Child Make a Smooth Transition to Middle School Age: 9 to 10Presented by: Parent University Presenters NetworkDate Location Room Time
8/27/2012 Walter G. Byers School1415 Hamilton StreetCharlotte, NC 28206
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/11/2012 Eastway Middle1501 Norland RoadCharlotte, NC 28205
Media Center or Cafeteria
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/18/2012 Carmel Middle5001 Camilla DriveCharlotte, NC 28226
Cafeteria 6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/18/2012 Ridge Road Middle7260 Highland Creek ParkwayCharlotte, NC 28269
Gym or Cafeteria
6:00pm– 6:35pm
9/25/2012 McClintock Middle/ Communities in Schools2101 Rama RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
A2 6:30pm– 8:00pm
10/16/2012 University Park Creative Arts2400 Hildebrand StreetCharlotte, NC 28216
Blue 1 6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents of rising middle school and current 6th grade students
Description: This interactive workshop will help parents and students smoothly navigate the transition from elementary to middle school.
Communities, Parents, and Schools Working Together to Prevent BullyingAge: 0 to Young AdultPresented by: CMS Family & Community Services and
CMS Bullying Prevention ProgramDate Location Room Time
9/12/2012 Cochrane Collegiate Academy6200 Starhaven DriveCharlotte, NC 28215
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/13/2012 Coulwood Middle500 Kentberry DriveCharlotte, NC 28214
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/13/2012 Quail Hollow Middle2901 Smithfield Church RoadCharlotte, NC 28210
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/18/2012 Greenway Park Elementary8301 Monroe RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/19/2012 Oaklawn Language Academy1810 Oaklawn AvenueCharlotte, NC 28216
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/20/2012 Ashley Park PreK-82401 Belfast DriveCharlotte, NC 28208
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/24/2012 Carmel Middle5001 Camilla DriveCharlotte, NC 28226
Cafeteria 6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/25/2012 Davidson Elementary635 South StreetDavidson, NC 28036
Gym 6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/27/2012 Whitewater Academy11600 White Rapids RoadCharlotte, NC 28214
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/28/2012 Barringer Academic Center1546 Walton RoadCharlotte, NC 28208
Media Center
9:15am– 10:45am
10/9/2012 J.V. Washam Elementary9611 Westmoreland RoadCornelius, NC 28031
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/25/2012 River Oaks Academy1015 Mt. Holly-Huntersville RoadCharlotte, NC 28214
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/25/2012 Winterfield Elementary3100 Winterfield PlaceCharlotte, NC 28205
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/1/2012 David Cox Elementary4215 David Cox RoadCharlotte, NC 28269
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/8/2012 Joseph W. Grier Academy8330 Grier RoadCharlotte, NC 28215
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
12/6/2012 Sterling Elementary9601 China Grove Church RoadCharlotte, NC 28215
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of children of all ages
Description: This session will present an overview of the CMS Bully Prevention Policy and provide helpful information on how to recognize, define, and prevent bullying.
Parent University Course Guide
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Parent University Course Guide
Date Location Room Time
10/4/2012 Harding University High2001 Alleghany StreetCharlotte, NC 28208
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents of high school students (targeted to sophomores and juniors)
Description: In CMS, the Graduation Project consists of four parts: a research paper, product, portfolio, and an oral presentation before a review board demonstrating the knowledge and skills students have acquired in high school. Parents and students will receive information regarding project requirements, securing a mentor, and accessing resources.
Helping Your Student Make Good DecisionsAge: 10 to Young AdultPresented by: PrepMasters Learning Solutions Date Location Room Time
9/20/2012 Albemarle Road Middle6900 Democracy DriveCharlotte, NC 28212
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/2/2012 Crown Point Elementary3335 Sam Newell RoadMatthews, NC 28105
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/4/2012 Francis Bradley Middle13345 Beatties Ford RoadHuntersville, NC 28078
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/18/2012 Cochrane Collegiate Academy6200 Starhaven DriveCharlotte, NC 28215
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/23/2012 McClintock Middle/ Communities in Schools2101 Rama RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
A2 6:30pm– 8:00pm
11/8/2012 Quail Hollow Middle2901 Smithfield Church RoadCharlotte, NC 28210
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/13/2012 Southwest Middle13624 Steele Creek RoadCharlotte, NC 28273
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
12/4/2012 Hawthorne High 1411 Hawthorne LaneCharlotte, NC 28205
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of all middle and high school students
Description: This workshop is designed to encourage parents, especially those of pre-teens and teens, to talk to their children early, often, and consistently about making good decisions. Parents will learn about some of the most important decisions facing their child and how to provide an environment conducive to discussing these situations.
Gang Awareness Age: 0 to Young AdultPresented by: CMS Police Department/
Parent University Presenters NetworkDate Location Room Time
9/19/2012 Albemarle Road Elementary7800 Riding Trail RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/2/2012 Cochrane Collegiate Academy6200 Starhaven DriveCharlotte, NC 28215
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/11/2012 Ashley Park PreK-82401 Belfast DriveCharlotte, NC 28208
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/17/2012 Harding University High2001 Alleghany StreetCharlotte, NC 28208
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/18/2012 Coulwood Middle500 Kentberry DriveCharlotte, NC 28214
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/25/2012 West Mecklenburg HighHarvest Church7429 Tuckaseegee Road Charlotte, NC 28214
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/30/2012 Olympic Community of Schools4301 Sandy Porter RoadCharlotte, NC 28273
Auditorium 6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/31/2012 Oaklawn Language Academy1810 Oaklawn Avenue Charlotte, NC 28216
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
12/11/2012 McClintock Middle/ Communities in Schools2101 Rama RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
A2 6:30pm– 8:00pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of children of all ages
Description: Criminal street gangs are one of our nation’s most serious problems. Charlotte’s gang problem is small compared to other cities, but it’s rapidly growing. New members are recruited everyday and many become career criminals. Join us to learn more about this growing epidemic.
Graduation Project Age: 11 to Young AdultPresented by: Parent University Presenters Network Date Location Room Time
9/13/2012 Hopewell High11530 Beatties Ford RoadHuntersville, NC 28078
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/18/2012 Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology1430 Alleghany StreetCharlotte, NC 28208
Cafeteria or Gym
6:00pm– 7:30pm
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Understanding the Common Core State Standards Initiative
Register NOW! – Online registration available at www.cmsparentuniversity.org or call 980.343.0318.
A partnership and promise between Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and the families and community we serve.
In compliance with federal law, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools administers all educational programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility: If auxiliary aids for communication are necessary for participation in a CMS program or service, participants are encouraged to notify the ADA coordinator at least one week prior to program commencement at 980-343-6661 (voice) or [email protected].
The standards have been informed by the best available evidence and the highest state standards across the country and globe and designed by a diverse group of teachers, experts, parents, and school administrators, so they reflect both our aspirations for our children and the realities of the classroom. These standards are designed to ensure that students graduating from high school are prepared to go to college or enter the workforce and that parents, teachers, and students have a clear understanding of what is expected of them. The standards are benchmarked to international standards to guarantee that our students are competitive in the emerging global marketplace.
This workshop will help families better understand the Common Core State Standards Initiative, what it means, and why these standards are important.
A state-led effort to establish a shared set of clear educational standards for English
language arts and mathematicsPresented by: CMS Family & Community Services and Curriculum
and Instruction Departments Date Location Room Time
9/6/2012 McKee Road Elementary4101 McKee RoadCharlotte, NC 28270
Cafeteria 8:30am– 10:00am
9/20/2012 Mallard Creek Elementary9801 Mallard Creek RoadCharlotte, NC 28269
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/25/2012 Cornelius Elementary 21126 Catawba AvenueCornelius, NC 28031
Cafeteria 6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/25/2012 Statesville Road Elementary5833 Milhaven Lane Charlotte, NC 28269
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/27/2012 Alexander Graham Middle1800 Runnymede LaneCharlotte, NC 28210
Multi-Purpose Room
7:00pm– 8:30pm
9/28/2012 Steele Creek Elementary4100 Gallant Road Charlotte, NC 28273
Media Center
8:30am– 9:30am
10/4/2012 Berewick Elementary5910 Dixie River RoadCharlotte, NC 28278
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/9/2012 Carmel Middle5001 Camilla DriveCharlotte, NC 28226
Cafeteria 6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/16/2012 University Park Creative Arts2400 HildebrandStreetCharlotte, NC 28216
Room: Green 2
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/18/2012 Clear Creek Elementary13501 Albemarle RoadCharlotte, NC 28227
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/23/2012 Hidden Valley Elementary5100 Snow White LaneCharlotte, NC 28213
Media Center
4:00pm– 5:30pm
12/4/2012 Oakdale Elementary1825 Oakdale RoadCharlotte, NC 28216
Media Center
8:30am– 10:00am
Target Audience: Parents and caretakers of students in elementary, middle, and high school
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Date Location Room Time
11/6/2012 Highland Creek Elementary7242 Highland Creek ParkwayCharlotte, NC 28269
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/15/2012 Clear Creek Elementary13501 Albemarle RoadCharlotte, NC 28227
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
12/13/2012 Quail Hollow Middle2901 Smithfield Church RoadCharlotte, NC 28210
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of students seeking to pursue post-secondary education
Description: Strong literacy skills are a key factor in academic success and high school graduation rates. Parents will learn the importance and life-long impact of literacy not only in the classroom, but in the workplace. This interactive workshop will offer parents tips on preparing and supporting their student’s literacy development in school and beyond.
How to Determine if Your Child is Stressed or OverwhelmedAge: 5 to Young AdultPresented by: PrepMasters Learning Solutions Date Location Room Time
9/18/2012 Hawk Ridge Elementary9201 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/3/2012 Community House Middle9500 Community House RoadCharlotte, NC 28277
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/9/2012 Barringer Academic Center1546 Walton RoadCharlotte, NC 28208
Media Center
9:15am– 10:45am
11/14/2012 Albemarle Road Elementary7800 Riding Trail RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
Multi-Purpose Room
TBA
11/28/2012 Oaklawn Language Academy1810 Oaklawn Avenue Charlotte, NC 28216
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/29/2012 Winterfield Elementary3100 Winterfield PlaceCharlotte, NC 28205
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents of school-age students
Description: This workshop helps parents and caregivers identify the signs of an overwhelmed child and provides tips on what they can do to relieve stress.
Homework without the HeadacheAge: 0 to Young AdultPresented by: CMS Family & Community Services Department Date Location Room Time
9/4/2012 Southwest Middle13624 Steele Creek RoadCharlotte, NC 28273
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/11/2012 Bailey Middle11900 Bailey RoadCornelius, NC 28031
Media Center
11:30am– 1:00pm
9/11/2012 Torrence Creek Elementary14550 Ranson RoadHuntersville, NC 28078
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/3/2012 McKee Road Elementary4101 McKee RoadCharlotte, NC 28270
Cafeteria 8:30am– 10:00am
10/18/2012 Military and Global Leadership Academy at Marie G. Davis3351 Griffith Street Charlotte, NC 28203
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of students in elementary, middle, and high school
Description: Discover the top homework challenges and ways to troubleshoot and ultimately eliminate these roadblocks. Determine how to maximize success at home and at school through communication between students, parents and teachers.
How Parents Can Help Their Child Read to SucceedAge: 5 to Young AdultPresented by: PrepMasters Learning Solutions Date Location Room Time
9/13/2012 Ashley Park PreK - 82401 Belfast DriveCharlotte, NC 28208
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/25/2012 Idlewild Elementary7101 Idlewild RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/27/2012 Joseph W. Grier Academy8330 Grier RoadCharlotte, NC 28215
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/2/2012 Croft Community4911 Hucks RoadCharlotte, NC 28269
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/25/2012 Kennedy Middle4000 Gallant LaneCharlotte, NC 28273
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
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Managing Behavior & Promoting Self-DisciplineAge: 5 to Young AdultPresented by: Parent University Presenters Network Date Location Room Time
9/6/2012 Sterling Elementary9601 China Grove Church RoadPineville, NC 28134
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/11/2012 Hidden Valley Elementary5100 Snow White LaneCharlotte, NC 28213
Media Center
1:00pm– 2:30pm
9/18/2012 Crown Point Elementary3335 Sam Newell RoadMatthews, NC 28105
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/18/2012 Tuckaseegee Elementary2028 Little Rock RoadCharlotte, NC 28214
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/20/2012 Blythe Elementary12202 Hambright RoadHuntersville, NC 28078
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/20/2012 Joseph W. Grier Academy8330 Grier RoadCharlotte, NC 28215
Multi-Purpose Room
6:30pm– 7:30pm
10/9/2012 Piney Grove Elementary8801 Eaglewind Drive Charlotte, NC 28212
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/30/2012 Hawk Ridge Elementary9201 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/6/2012 Winget Park Elementary12235 Winget RoadCharlotte, NC 28278
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/15/2012 Devonshire Elementary6500 Barrington DriveCharlotte, NC 28215
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/20/2012 McClintock Middle/ Communities in Schools2101 Rama RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
A2 6:30pm– 8:00pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of elementary and adolescent age children
Description: Interactive, participative workshop to help parents manage behavior, identify factors that influence children’s behavior and help parents intervene when undesirable behaviors happen. Parents will also receive tools to help children reflect on their own behavior in ways that promote self-discipline.
In Pursuit of Academic Excellence – When Excellence Begins at HomeAge: 5 to Young AdultPresented by: PrepMasters Learning Solutions Date Location Room Time
10/16/2012 Druid Hills Academy2801 Lucena StreetCharlotte, NC 28206
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of students in all grades
Description: What are the habits of academically successful students? How can parents become more involved and reinforce these habits at home? This interactive workshop helps parents and caregivers in identifying the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to academic excellence that impact their child’s academic future.
Introducing Atomic Learning – An Online Instructional Tool for Parents and Students Age: 5 to Young AdultPresented by: CMS Instructional Technology Department Date Location Room Time
10/4/2012 Endhaven Elementary6815 Endhaven LaneCharlotte, NC 28277
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/1/2012 University Park Creative Arts2400 Hildebrand Street Charlotte, NC 28216
Technology Lab
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/13/2012 Idlewild Elementary7101 Idlewild RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
Computer Lab
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: K-12 parents and guardians
Description: Atomic Learning is an on-line technology resource that will provide staff, parents, and students with web-based access to brief tutorials on over 1000 software titles. Parents attending this workshop will learn more about this new CMS tool, what resources are available to their students, and how to access and navigate the site.
Can’t make it to a Parent University workshop but want to get the information?
Check out our Online Courses and Course Presentations and Handouts
Select Parent University courses are now online. You’ll find some of the most popular courses offered on the Parent
University website at www.cmsparentuniversity.org
1. Online modules and informational videos
2. Course presentations and handouts
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Meeting Your Child’s Needs with a PEP (Literacy & Language Arts)Age: 5 to Young AdultPresented by: Parent University Presenters Network Date Location Room Time
9/25/2012 Clear Creek Elementary13501 Albemarle RoadCharlotte, NC 28227
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/16/2012 Military and Global Leadership Academy at Marie G. Davis3351 Griffith Street Charlotte, NC 28203
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/14/2012 Harding University High2001 Alleghany StreetCharlotte, NC 28208
Media Center
5:00pm– 7:00pm
12/6/2012 Kennedy Middle4000 Gallant LaneCharlotte, NC 28273
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of elementary, middle, and high school students who may be at risk of not being on grade level
Description: “I can learn this but it may take me a little longer”…”I just need a review of the basics before moving forward”…”I need a different approach that better suits my learning style”…
Every student experiences academic difficulties at some point in his/her academic career. Sometimes the problems are serious enough that if something isn’t done, that student may fall too far behind to catch up. Wouldn’t it be great if we could come up with a way to provide students who are having difficulties with a specialized plan for learning? Now we can! Personalized Education Plans (PEPs) are a tool used by schools to keep an eye on problem areas and provide strategies to address them. This class will talk about Personalized Education Plans for students who are experiencing difficulties in Literacy & Language Arts.
Preparing for Kindergarten – Making the Adjustment to School Age: 0 to 5Presented by: Parent University Presenters Network Date Location Room Time
9/4/2012 Crown Point Elementary3335 Sam Newell RoadMatthews, NC 28105
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/6/2012 Devonshire Elementary6500 Barrington DriveCharlotte, NC 28215
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of kindergarten students
Description: Starting school off right is important for kindergartners and their parents! This workshop will provide parents of children entering kindergarten with the information they need to make the transition to school successful.
Math Investigations – A Guide to Doing Math at HomeAge: 5 to 10Presented by: Teresa Parker, Math Facilitator Date Location Room Time
9/21/2012 Collinswood Language Academy4000 Applegate RoadCharlotte, NC 28209
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/25/2012 Lebanon Road Elementary7300 Lebanon RoadCharlotte, NC 28227
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/2/2012 Piney Grove Elementary8801 Eaglewind Drive Charlotte, NC 28212
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/16/2012 Idlewild Elementary7101 Idlewild RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/23/2012 Huntersville Elementary200 Gilead Road Huntersville, NC 28078
Media Center
6:30pm– 7:30pm
11/8/2012 Statesville Road Elementary5833 Milhaven Lane Charlotte, NC 28269
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/15/2012 Northeast Middle5960 Brickstone DriveCharlotte, NC 28227
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
12/6/2012 Mallard Creek Elementary9801 Mallard Creek RoadCharlotte, NC 28269
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of elementary age students
Description: Parents want to be supportive of math education but they sometimes feel frustrated when the way their children are learning math at school is different from they way they learned it years ago. This workshop will allow parents to experience the same hands-on approach to learning math that CMS students receive in the classroom. Parents will find out what they can do to apply at home what students are learning at school.
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S.T.E.M. Beyond the Classroom Age: 5 to 12Presented by: Karen James, CMS Science Teacher Date Location Room Time
11/29/2012 Mountain Island Elementary7905 Pleasant Grove RoadCharlotte, NC 28216
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: K– 6th grade parents
Description: Participants will learn how they can help students develop scientific understanding at home by conducting exciting hands-on activities based in science/technology/engineering/mathematics (S.T.E.M.) areas of study. These explorations will address NCSCOS Science Standards by having parents and caregivers use simple, inexpensive, and readily available materials to conduct S.T.E.M. investigations. Participants will also be introduced to ways to use the internet and community resources to promote S.T.E.M. learning at home.
Preparing for the High School Years – Transitioning from Middle to High Age: 13 to 15Presented by: Parent University Presenters Network Date Location Room Time
9/12/2012 Harding University High2001 Alleghany StreetCharlotte, NC 28208
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/4/2012 East Mecklenburg High6800 Monroe RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents of rising and current high school students
Description: This interactive workshop will help parents and students smoothly navigate the transition from middle to high school. An overview of high school will be provided as well as information regarding graduation requirements and post high school planning. Parents will discover the social, emotional and physical changes high school students may go through and get strategies to remain involved and engaged in the upper grades.
Ready, Set, Read Age: 5 to 10Presented by: Parent University Presenters Network Date Location Room Time
9/6/2012 David Cox Elementary4215 David Cox RoadCharlotte, NC 28269
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/11/2012 Crown Point Elementary3335 Sam Newell RoadMatthews, NC 28105
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/13/2012 Montclaire Elementary5801 Farmbrook DriveCharlotte, NC 28210
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/25/2012 Long Creek Elementary9213-A Beatties Ford RoadHuntersville, NC 28078
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/25/2012 Winding Springs Elementary6601 Horace Mann RoadCharlotte, NC 28269
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/27/2012 Oakdale Elementary1825 Oakdale Road Charlotte, NC 28216
Media Center
8:30am– 10:00am
11/1/2012 Windsor Park Elementary3910 Sudbury Road Charlotte, NC 28205
Look for Signage
5:30pm– 7:00pm
11/8/2012 Ashley Park PreK - 82401 Belfast DriveCharlotte, NC 28208
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of elementary students
Description: Have you ever wondered how to instill a love of reading in your child? This workshop is geared towards supporting parents with resources and activities to encourage reading in the home. Participants will leave with activities, resources and ideas for making reading a family event.
Tips for Making Your Home a Learning Environment
— taken from the Ready, Set, Read workshop(focused on families with children ages 5 to 10)
n Have a reading area in your home that is quiet and has a number of book choices for your child.
n Practice day to day reading and writing, such as following a recipe or writing a note.
n You and your child can make Play Dough at home - simple recipe and tons of fun.
n Play communication games with your child, such as Scrabble and Pictionary.
n Have paper, crayons, glue and scissors handy for your child to make crafts.
n If your child is learning how to read, label items throughout your home, such as doors, furniture and household items.
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The Internet as a Safe Place for Learning Age: 5 to Young AdultPresented by: CMS Instructional Technology Department Date Location Room Time
9/25/2012 Huntersville Elementary200 Gilead Road Huntersville, NC 28078
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/27/2012 J.V. Washam Elementary9611 Westmoreland RoadCornelius, NC 28031
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: K – 12 parents and guardians
Description: This class will inform parents of appropriate and safe use of the internet as it relates to learning through research, creativity, collaboration, and problem solving.
Understanding and Using CMS Tool Parent Assistant Age: 8 to 14Presented by: Parent University Network of Presenters Date Location Room Time
9/13/2012 Northeast Middle5960 Brickstone DriveCharlotte, NC 28227
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/27/2012 East Mecklenburg High6800 Monroe RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/19/2012 University Park Creative Arts2400 Hildebrand Street Charlotte, NC 28216
Technology Lab
8:15am– 9:30am
11/7/2012 West Charlotte High2219 Senior Drive Charlotte, NC 28216
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/8/2012 Cochrane Collegiate Academy6200 Starhaven DriveCharlotte, NC 28215
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
12/13/2012 Statesville Road Elementary5833 Milhaven Lane Charlotte, NC 28269
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caretakers of students grades 3-12
Description: Parent Assistant is a useful tool for CMS families who want to keep up with the attendance and academic progress of their students. Participants will receive hands-on interaction for logging on to Parent Assistant and navigating the site. The workshop gives an overview of the wealth of information that can be found using Parent Assistant.
Self-Esteem and its Impact on Academic DevelopmentAge: 5 to Young AdultPresented by: Mariana de Luca, CMS Teacher Date Location Room Time
10/16/2012 Tuckaseegee Elementary2028 Little Rock RoadCharlotte, NC 28214
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/23/2012 Military & Global Leadership Academy at Marie G. Davis 3351 Griffith Street Charlotte, NC 28203
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/13/2012 Hawk Ridge Elementary9201 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/20/2012 Greenway Park Elementary8301 Monroe RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
12/19/2012 Oaklawn Language Academy1810 Oaklawn Avenue Charlotte, NC 28216
Look for signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caretakers of students In all grades
Description: The course will discuss human needs and how they relate to success in school. This class will also differentiate between language and behaviors that foster positive self-esteem as opposed to those that threaten positive self-confidence and promote negative attitudes.
Study Island: A 21st Century Tool for Every ParentAge: 7 to14Presented by: Archipelago Learning Date Location Room Time
9/13/2012 Montclaire Elementary5801 Farmbrook DriveCharlotte, NC 28210
Look for Signage
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/11/2012 Stoney Creek Elementary14015 Mallard Roost RoadCharlotte, NC 28262
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents with students in grades 3-8
Description: This session will focus on the resources available to parents within the Study Island program. The workshop will demonstrate how to log in to the Study Island program, access custom animation and instructional videos to “refresh” parents on topics their child is learning is school, run reports, and print worksheets and test reports.
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Why Read Aloud? Age: 3 to 10Presented by: Mariana de Luca, CMS Teacher Date Location Room Time
10/4/2012 Piney Grove Elementary8801 Eaglewind Drive Charlotte, NC 28212
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
11/1/2012 J.H. Gunn Elementary7400 Harrisburg RoadCharlotte, NC 28215
Multi-Purpose Room
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of children in Pre-K - 5th grade
Description: This course presents different reasons to read aloud to children, the relationship between illiteracy and poverty, and obstacles to reading at home. Participants will learn ways to incorporate reading at home, expand their children’s attention span, and enhance their learning.
Understanding Middle School Math Age: 11 to 14Presented by: Parent University Network of Presenters Date Location Room Time
9/21/2012 Collingswood Language Academy4000 Applegate RoadCharlotte, NC 28209
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents of middle school students
Description: Math instruction no longer consists of memorization and drills, but requires students to demonstrate understanding of concepts through application. In middle school, math comprehension is crucial to future academic and professional success because it builds on the fundamentals for advanced concepts such as algebra, geometry, and calculus. This course will include major themes of middle school math include understanding the concepts of mathematical reasoning, number sense, geometry and measurement, statistics, data, and probability.
Using E-Readers to Promote Literacy Age: 5 to Young AdultPresented by: Pam Lilley, CMS teacher Date Location Room Time
10/4/2012 Cornelius Elementary21126 Catawba AvenueCornelius, NC 28031
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of school-age children who want to know how to use tools available on their Kindle, Nook, or Ipad to help promote reading and literacy
Description: Participants will learn the differences among the three leading e-reader devices and how each type can be used to build vocabulary, promote reading comprehension, and renew your child’s love of reading.
Workshop Feature:
Getting Started – An Overview of the ESL, GED, and Adult
High School Program at CPCCAdults interested in obtaining their Adult High School or GED as well as learning the English
language should attend this workshop. This session will provide an orientation to the
Adult High School (AHS), GED, and English as a Second Language (ESL) program at CPCC.
September 27, 2012 | 6:00pm – 7:30pmHarding University High
Auditorium 2001 Alleghany Street
Charlotte, NC 28208
November 1, 2012 | 6:00pm – 7:30pmDevonshire Elementary
Media Center or Cafeteria 6500 Barrington Drive Charlotte, NC 28215
December 4, 2012 | 6:00pm – 7:30pmPiney Grove Elementary
Multi-Purpose Room 8801 Eaglewind Drive Charlotte, NC 28212
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Why School Attendance Matters Age: 5 to Young AdultPresented by: CMS PreK - 12 Support Services and
PrepMasters Learning Solutions Date Location Room Time
9/12/2012 West Charlotte High2219 Senior Drive Charlotte, NC 28216
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/13/2012 Hickory Grove Elementary6709 Pence RoadCharlotte, NC 28215
Cafeteria 5:30pm– 6:30pm
9/18/2012 Reid Park Academy4108 West Tyvola RoadCharlotte, NC 28208
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
9/20/2012 West Mecklenburg High7400 Tuckaseegee RoadCharlotte, NC 28214
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
10/2/2012 Rocky River High10505 Clear Creek Commerce Drive Mint Hill, NC 28227
Media Center
7:00pm– 8:00pm
10/10/2012 Statesville Road Elementary5833 Milhaven Lane Charlotte, NC 28269
Media Center
7:00am– 8:30am
10/17/2012 Albemarle Road Elementary7800 Riding Trail RoadCharlotte, NC 28212
Multi-Purpose Room
TBA
Target Audience: Parents/caregivers of youth with chronic attendance and truancy problems
Description: This course provides families with information on the NC school attendance law and CMS’ expectations regarding school attendance. Activities will help parents/guardians access the root causes of their children’s excessive absences/truant behavior. The course is intended to help parents/guardians know what is expected of them by providing a toolkit of resources designed to change student behavior. Parents will be empowered to help their children be better students and achieve greater success.
Your Mental Health Matters Age: 0 to AdultPresented by: Carlos Martinez Date Location Room Time
9/27/2012 Windsor Park Elementary3910 Sudbury Road Charlotte, NC 28205
Look for Signage
5:30pm– 7:00pm
12/4/2012 Harding University High2001 Alleghany StreetCharlotte, NC 28208
Media Center
6:00pm– 7:30pm
Target Audience: Parents and caregivers of children of all ages
Description: This session will inform the community about the most common mental diagnoses such as Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Alcoholism.
Workshop Feature:
Parenting Teens with Love & Logic
As a parent, you face no greater challenge – and no greater opportunity – than to guide your children
through their teen years toward productive, happy, and responsible adulthood. Based upon
the work of Foster Cline, M.D. and Jim Fay (2006), love means giving your teens opportunities to be responsible and empowering them to make their
own decisions. Logic means allowing them to live with the natural consequences of their mistakes
and showing empathy for the pain, disappointment, and frustration they’ll experience.
4-week course • 5 locations All workshops are 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Myers Park High 2400 Colony Road
Charlotte, NC 28209
September 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2012
Ardrey Kell High 10220 Ardrey Kell Road
Charlotte, NC 28277
October 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2012
Quail Hollow Middle 2901 Smithfield Church Road
Charlotte, NC 28210
October 10, 17, 24, and 31, 2012
South Mecklenburg High 8900 Park Road
Charlotte, NC 28210
Oct. 11, 18, 25, and Nov. 1, 2012
Community House Middle 9500 Community House Road
Charlotte, NC 28277
November 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2012
Please visit teenhealthconnection.org to register, or call Rett Liles at (704) 381-8368.
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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Parent UniversityAttn: Mary Wilmore
1600 Tyvola Road, Room D9Charlotte, NC 28210
Online registration and complete course details are available at: www.cmsparentuniversity.org
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Disclaimer: Parent University is a community collaboration that is provided to the public as a service for parents of children in Mecklenburg County. Although courses provided through Parent University are advertised by CMS, course instructors may or may not be employees of
CMS. Therefore, please be mindful that the views, opinions, and teaching methods used by course presenters and partners do not necessarily reflect those of CMS. In no event shall CMS assume or have any responsibility or liability for any information shared in regards to a particular
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topic, in addition to the information gathered from Parent University course offerings.