PAST WORKSHOPS
Special Education Process and Parent Rights in Special Education
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Ellen McDermott Grade 9 Center
Presented by Asst. Supt. Of Academic Programs, Dr. James Tuohy
A Simple Guide to Special Education in Old Bridge: This Family Academy Night will provide a brief overview on Special Education Services and Supports for Parents of students who are identified as needing special education and/or related services. The presentation will provide an overview on the special education process, services available, and resources that parents and students can access in Old Bridge Public Schools.
How Can I Support My Child in Mathematics at Home?
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
McDivitt Elementary School
Presented by Stacy Winters, Supervisor of Mathematics
Come and learn about our elementary mathematics program in Old Bridge and how you can support your child’s experience at home. In addition, there are many resources and activity that inspire curiosity and mathematical thinking. Join us in an interactive conversation and leave with ideas for engaging your child in mathematics.
What is HIB (Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying)
September 30, 2024
Ellen McDermott Grade 9 Center
In a parent workshop designed to define HIB (Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying) and distinguish it from conflict, the focus will be helping parents understand what constitutes bullying and how it differs from everyday disagreements or conflicts that occur in the school environment.
Workshop: SUMMER SLIDE - Reading and Math at Home
May 20, 2024
Virtual
Join the Old Bridge Instructional Coaches for a comprehensive virtual workshop focused on strategies to prevent the summer slide in math, ELA, social studies, and science. In this workshop, you will gain practical tips and resources to support students while also discovering community-based opportunities to enhance their learning experiences.
Workshop: Family STEAM Night
March 4, 2024
Madison Park Elementary School Makerspace
Join us for an evening of discovery and fun as your family explores various Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math stations.
Parent/Guardian with elementary students only - maximum capacity 30 people
Workshop: It is Tough to be a Kid!
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Old Bridge High School
Across the United States our kids are battling everyday stresses of life. This workshop is a deep dive into the challenges our kids are facing with mental health issues, anxiety, vaping, pills, marijuana laws, etc. The workshop will highlight current trends along with prescription drug abuse, cyberbullying, the One Pill initiative, anxiety, separation stress, and other current topics. Participants will learn the current data trends and problems that are surfacing in the community.
Presented by: Professor Doughlas S Collier, M.A., DEA (Ret), Monmouth University, Department of Criminal Justice
Workshop: Positive Communication/Conversation
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Old Bridge High School
In this workshop, attendees will discuss the importance of positive communication and share methods that will foster positive connections. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to promote positive dialogue in the home. If you are looking for ways to enhance positive interactions with your children, please join us.
Workshop: College Planning
Thursday, November 2, 2023 - 6:00pm
Ellen McDermott Grade 9 Center Auditorium
This workshop aims to navigate families through the college admissions process. We will discuss how your child can plan for the application process in regard to academic preparation, extracurricular activities and standardized testing. We will review what factors to consider when building your child’s college list.
Laura Martignetti is in her sixteenth year as a school counselor at Old Bridge High School. The last six years she has worked with our students in the top 10% of their grade level. She has her College Counseling certification from UCLA.
Workshop: Executive Functioning
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - 7:00pm
Carl Sandburg Middle School Learning Lab
The district administrator Executive Functions Committee will be presenting on how executive functioning impacts student growth and development.
* Learning and the Brain
* Impact on Academics
* Social and Behavioral Expectations
* Strategies for Home
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Workshop: Hidden in Plain Sight - Current Drug Trends
Monday, April 24, 2023 - 7:00pm
Ellen McDermott Grade 9 Center Auditorium
Presenter:
Doug Collier, M.A. DEA (Ret)
Monmouth University, Department of Criminal Justice - Professor
This interactive educational program will address the following:
Risk factors associated with early drug use
How common household items are used to mask drug detection and drug use
Early detection and understanding evidence-based prevention strategies for the community
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Workshop: College Planning
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 - 6:30pm
Ellen McDermott Grade 9 Center Auditorium
This workshop aims to navigate families through the college admissions process. We will discuss how your child can plan for the application process in regard to academic preparation, extracurricular activities and standardized testing. We will review what factors to consider when building your child’s college list.
Laura Laubach is in her sixteenth year as a school counselor at Old Bridge High School. The last six years she has worked with our students in the top 10% of their grade level. She has her College Counseling certification from UCLA.
Workshop: OBHS Early College Program (ECP) Parent and Student Presentation
Tuesday, February 14, 2023 - 6:00pm
Via Zoom
Presentation will provide a brief overview of the early college program and dual enrollment courses offered to OBHS students.
Zoom presentation by Dr. James Tuohy, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Programs.
