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Parent Education
The overarching goals of the parent
programs listed below are educating parents about alcohol and other drugs,
networking, building community, and articulating and living shared values.
Prime For Life (required)
The Lovett School requires this course for all parents of students in Grade 7 and new
to Lovett students in Grade 8-12. Prime for Life for Parents provides a factual basis
for understanding and communicating substance abuse issues to teens. The
Lovett Parent Association assists in funding this course, which supports
the school's community
values and expectations. Information about enrollment is mailed to parents
in August. An optional student version
of the course, entitled Prime for Life-Under 21, is offered to students in
Grades 7-12 on
weekends during the school year and parents may choose to enroll their
child. Contact Dianne Hiltman
at (404) 634-2642 for more information.
Parent Support Groups
Parent Support Groups are initiated by parents in Grades 5-12 seeking to
build relationships with other parents. Parents meet through informal
gatherings--often over a casual box lunch--three times a year, and all
parents in each grade level are notified and invited to attend. The
gatherings serve as outlets for open communication among parents; identify
grade-appropriate parenting issues; provide education and information that
assist parents in making informed decisions; and occasionally offer guest
speakers on pertinent topics. Parent Support Groups operate independently of
the school. Donations of $25 per family are appreciated to cover expenses.
Active Parenting
Active Parenting, for Lower School parents, is a six-week video series based on
practical theories of child psychology. The classes focus on such topics as
self-esteem, communication, discipline, and family enrichment. The
information and skills taught are designed to develop responsibility,
cooperation, courage, and positive self-awareness in our kids. Coordinated
through the Lower School counselor.
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