Parenting Class Series January 9, 16, 23  **You must attend all sessions** Time:  9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Location:  Hillsborough County Extension OfficeCost:  $20.00 no refunds Why take a parenting class?Parenting is the most important job you will ever have.Parenting can be tremendously challenging.Today’s kids can be tough on parents - as well as tough to parent.Have fun while learning.Get answers to some of your questions.Talk to other parents about their successes and challenges.Brush up on your current knowledge.Get a court-approved parenting certificate.Find out how to make parenting a more positive experience.Positive parenting - including factors such as warmth, communication, and consistent and effective  discipline - not only has a positive impact on children today, but on the way they will parent their own children in the future.It’s not only children who grow — parents do, too. As much as we watch what our children do with their lives, our children are watching us to see what we do with ours.Improve family communication.Every parent becomes confused, frustrated, weary and unsure of what to do next. Schedule of Classes:Week 1     A Balanced Parenting Style     Enhance Your Child’s Self Esteem   Week 2     Effective Discipline Techniques     Helping Your Child Succeed in School Week 3     Family Communication Skills     Managing Your StressPersons with disabiities requiring special accomodations, please contact Diana Converse at 744-5519 ext. 54140 at least five working days prior to the program so proper consideration may be given to your request.  This ticket allows the Participant to attend the Parenting Class Series at the Hillsborough County Extension Office from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Parenting Class 22.09