Classes & Lectures

CHKD offers classes for kids, teens, parents and grandparents. We offer classes on many subjects and most are free of charge, but registration is required because space is limited.

You may not be able to register for all classes online, please call (757) 668-7500 or (800) 395-2453 to register or to get more information about a class.

Listing of Available Classes & Lectures

Adolescents: What Are They Thinking?
If you have a teen who uses poor judgement and makes decisions that are not rational or well-considered, you are not alone. Learn of the development of teen brains, including new research findings that can help you understand why teenagers' choices and behaviors can baffle adults. Learn how you can use this information to improve communication and decision making with your teen.
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Anger Management
Anger Management This 6 week class helps parents learn to analyze their own responses to anger and access the impact on the family. Strategies will be discussed for implementing positive responses to anger to children of different ages. Anger management classes for children kindergarten through high school will be provided. Childcare and dinner are provided starting at 5:30 p.m. To register call 727-1300.
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Communicating with Love
Learn how to identify and apply different communication styles to build a better relationship with your child using the ideas discussed in the book, "The Five Love Languages of Children." Learn what motivates your chid and how to enhance cooperation.
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Eating Out, Eating Right on a Budget
Kids love to eat out. Learn how to enjoy fast food and still keep it healthy. Eating out can be expensive; find out how to do it without breaking the bank. And get some great ideas for fun alternatives to going out by making fast-food at home.
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Family Finance - What you can teach your children about money
Do your kids think you are a walking ATM and have an endless supply of money? Are you concerned your children don't understand the ramifications of credit cards? Set your children on the right financial path by learning ways to explain how to spend wisely and save whether they are in pre-school or high school.
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Goals For Life- Featuring Legendary USA National Soccer Team Defender Eddie Pope
Join Eddie Pope, one of the best US defenders in the Major League Soccer, who will share with parents, athletes and coaches his personal journey in becoming a successful professional athlete. Hear the tips that will help althletes in the game and as they aspire to play in college and professionally. Parents and coaches will be given ideas how to support their athletes in following their dreams to play soccer at the next level. He wants the majority of the program to consist of your questions, so come prepared! There will also be an autograph session to follow.
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Healthy You Weight Management Program (Teen Class - 12 years old and up)
An educational program for overweight children and their parents. This program includes an individual assessment and a 10-week "Healthy You" lifestyles series including a wide variety of fun fitness classes at the YMCA. Call (757) 668-7035 for registration material and tuition information. Tuition assistance is available
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Healthy You Weight Management Program (Youth Class 8 - 11- year olds)
An educational program for overweight children and their parents. This program includes an individual assessment and a 10-week "Healthy You" lifestyles series, including a wide variety of fun fitness classes at the YMCA. Call (757) 668-7035 for registration material and tuition information.Tuition assistance is available.
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How Children Manage Anger
Learn how to help young children (up to age 6) manage their anger and learn self-control.
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Motheread/Fatheread
Learn to use children's books and your own personal experience to help your children with reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Ideal for parents, grandparents and caregivers. Each family will receive a children's book for their home library. Call (757)668-7500 to register.
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My Child has Autism: Now What?
CHKD's pediatrician, John Harrington will explain the differences between complementary and alternative treatments for children with autistic spectrum disorders. Learn about the education and behavioral strategies that work best for children with autism and how to access resources in our community.
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Nurturing Children with Special Needs
Living Fully Today, Dreaming for Tomorrow - This 10 week class helps families develop skills to nurture children with special needs. Learn about community resources, medical record keeping, educational options, advocacy, parenting strategies for children with special needs and their typical siblings, self care for parents and planning for the future. Learn and receive support from other families of children with disabilities. Children's program available for those up to 10 years of age. Dinner is provided starting at 5:30 pm. To register, call 727-1300
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Nutrition Tips in a Fast-Food World
Did you know that most 10-year olds are afraid of being fat? Many of our children are struggling with weight issues starting at a young age. Learn to identify the pitfalls and ways to set your family on the right path for a healthy lifestyle
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Parents of Children With Special Needs Support Group
Raising a child with special health care needs can be challenging. Would you like the opportunity to network with parents just like you? Learn how to be your child's best advocate when managing his/her medical care, education and other services. Join us to chat about issues or concerns that you may have. Call 757-461-4474 to register or for more information.
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Positive Discipline
Parents will learn several discipline techniques that work without yelling, arguing, or spanking.
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Prenatal Class
Physicians will provide important health, safety and developmental information about your newborn. A lactation consultant will give information and answer questions about breastfeeding. Take a tour of the office and meet the staff. A great free preview if you are trying to choose a pediatrician. Offered the 2nd Monday of each month from 6-7pm. To register, please call 668-6300, and press #2.
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Rainy Day Games for the Family
Looking for inexpensive ways to bring the family together? Bring your child to this interactive program that teaches you a variety of games for school-age children that are educational and fun.
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Setting Limits Without Guilt for the Child With Special Needs
Are you torn about how and when to discipline your child with special needs at home, at school, or in public? This seminar will look at the realities of parenting a child with disabilities and/or special healthcare needs, impact on the family unit, strategies for responding effectively to different behaviors and how to effectively support your child's ability to cope.
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Speaking about Preschoolers
Learn what your preschooler is able to say and understand. Basic development in the area of speech sounds, sentence structure and vocabulary will be provided. Discover what directions your preschooler can follow and how to facilitate growth in speech, language and cognitive abilities.
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Starting Over Financially with a Fresh Start
Learn a new approach to managing your money so you have a little extra for family fun activities and hear from the experts about balancing budgets that work for the entire family.
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The Ten Greatest Gifts I Give My Child
Based on the bestseller by Stephen W. Vannoy, this presentation offers important parenting tools and a fresh approach for parents to build their children's self-esteem, confidence, and decision-making abilities.
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Today's Young Athlete - How do you measure success?
Parents, coached and athletes will learn the latest on youth attitudes about winning, losing, competition, and off-the-field behavior choices. Sports psychologist Joel Fish will identify symptoms of competitive stress and show parents and coaches how they can help the athlete become successful on and off the field.
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