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OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
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SNACKS & BEVERAGES
​AVAILABLE FOR ATTENDEES
ALL EVENTS HELD AT:
HILLVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL, PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, 1100 ELDER AVENUE, MENLO PARK

2018-2019 Event Schedule
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NEW DATE TBA:  Restorative Parenting: Introducing the Restorative Practices used at school for home
A presentation by Karen Junker, a certified trainer by the International Institute for Restorative Practices
Restorative Practices are ways of speaking, listening, and asking questions to build healthy relationships and de-escalate conflict. Karen Junker’s philosophy of culture and climate is that every community member be valued and respected. She has broad expertise using restorative practices to build community, collaborating with schools and districts including MPCSD to promote healthy environments for all students. She works with administrators, teachers, and students to implement school-wide restorative practices including conflict resolution, suspension diversion, Peer Court/Council, and community building circles. Learn how to use Restorative Practices philosophies and methods at home with your children - the same Restorative Practices that are used within MPCSD - to maintain healthy, conflict-free relationships or work towards creating the balanced, positive relationship you desire with your children.
Monday, September 17, 2018 @ 6:30 pm
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Promoting Math Mindsets: Helping Your Child Love and Achieve Highly in Mathematics
A presentation by Jo Boaler, Professor of Mathematics Education, Stanford, co-founder and faculty director, www.youcubed.org
We are in the midst of a revolution in the science of the brain and learning. New knowledge from brain science is showing a clear path for mathematics learning that is both exciting and inspiring for teachers and parents. This presentation will share some of the cutting-edge science for parents and show ways your child can approach mathematics to develop a positive, life-long relationship with mathematics. Dr. Boaler’s work has been published in the New York Times, TIME magazine, The Telegraph, The Atlantic, The Wall Street Journal and many other news outlets. She was recently named one of the 8 educators “changing the face of education” by the BBC.
Wednesday, October 3, 2018 @ 6:30 pm
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ANGST Documentary and Panel, Anxiety in our Children
A documentary screening followed by a Q&A panel discussion
Join us for a screening of the documentary ANGST: Raising Awareness About Anxiety, a 56-minute film that explores anxiety - its causes, effects, and what we can do about it. The film features candid interviews with children and young adults discussing their anxiety and its impact on their lives.  After the film, stay for a panel discussion with MPCSD leadership and staff.  (This film is appropriate for ages 10 and up.)
Wednesday, November 7, 2018 @ 6:30 pm
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​From Columbine to Parkland: Is this the new normal? 
A “fireside chat” with Frank DeAngelis, former principal of Columbine High School, and Erik Burmeister, MPCSD Superintendent
The world was forever changed on April 20, 1999 at 11:19 a.m. when two high school students entered their school--Columbine High School in Littleton, CO--with loaded automatic weapons and begin shooting students and teachers, killing 13 and wounding 20 other students. It has been 20 years. Since that fateful day, scores of more violent incidents have occurred in schools across the United States, including the recent killing of 17 at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Join MPCSD Superintendent Erik Burmeister as he sits down with his personal friend, Frank DeAngelis, an educational leader, speaker, and consultant, for an honest conversation about school violence. Mr. DeAngelis will share his experience as the principal of Columbine High School before, during, and after the 1999 tragedy. With no community immune to the threat of violence, is this the new normal for U.S. schools? You won't want to miss this conversation about violence, guns, schools, student mental health, and more. While children are welcome at Speaker Series events, due to the content of this event, parent discretion is advised.
Monday, January 14, 2019 @ 6:30 pm
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How Social Media Affects Children’s Mental Health, and What We Can Do to Protect Them
A presentation by Dr. Naama Barnea-Goraly, a child and adolescent psychiatrist and a former Stanford brain researcher
Join us to learn exactly what science has discovered about how social media affects our children. Get practical, actionable advice on when to get your tweens/teens their first phones, how to decide if they are ready for social media and how to guide them to use social media in a way that would not harm their mental health.  Dr. Naama Barnea-Goraly is a child and adolescent psychiatrist, a former Stanford brain researcher, and the founder of “Telle” - a private, communication app that empowers girls, and helps them build healthy supportive girl friendships. In this talk, she will present the latest evidence-based research on the effects social media has on youths’ mental health, and recommendations on how to guide your children to use smartphones and social media without jeopardizing their well-being.
Wednesday, February 13, 2019 @ 6:30 pm
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The Importance of Teaching Compassion to our Kids
A moderated discussion with Jeff Weiner, CEO of LinkedIn, and Kristen Gracia, Principal of Oak Knoll School, and Erik Burmeister, MPCSD Superintendent discussing the importance of compassion and how MPCSD teaches and promotes compassion.
Jeff Weiner is the CEO of LinkedIn, the world’s largest and most powerful network of professionals. Jeff joined the company in December 2008, and under his leadership, LinkedIn has grown to 12,000 employees in 30 offices around the world, 560 million members, and revenue of more than $5 billion.  Before LinkedIn, Jeff was an executive in residence at Accel Partners and Greylock Partners, and previously held leadership roles at Yahoo!'s Network Division and Warner Bros. Jeff serves on the board of directors for Intuit Inc., DonorsChoose.org, and Everfi, where he is co-developing a program to help ensure compassion is taught in every primary school in the U.S. He also sits on the Board of Trustees for the Paley Center for Media.  He holds a BS in Economics from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.
Wednesday, March 27, 2019 @ 6:30 pm

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Let's Talk about Sex...and Puberty
A presentation by Vanessa Kellam, Parent Engagement Coordinator, Health Connected
A parent-only interactive workshop will be facilitated by Health Connected, the leading provider of puberty and education in San Mateo County schools.  The session will provide tips and strategies for you, as a parent, to create an environment of comfort and trust with your child to discuss puberty and their emerging sexuality. This workshop is designed for adults who have teens and pre-teens.
​Wednesday, April 10, 2019 @ 6:30pm