Utah Child Protection Registry
Pleasant Grove Jr High PTSA Members,
I wanted to reach out to your PTSA chapter and provide you with information on a State of Utah program. I work with the community outreach efforts for a state program called the Utah Child Protection Registry and I am working to get information out to local PTA chapters in hopes to reach more parents in Utah communities.
To tell you about the Registry, it is a free state run program that allows families to sign up their e-mail addresses, mobile phone numbers (SMS), and instant messenger IDs to stop adult advertisements from reaching their inboxes. Here is a link to the program, www.donotcontact.utah.gov.
You can also reference the program on the Utah PTA’s website in the Safety and Welfare section, http://www.utahpta.org/safety-welfare.
Thank you,
Rachelle Milbank
Community Relations
UCPR/Unspam Registry Services
(435) 615-9205 ext 303 – office
(435) 513-2631 – mobile
I wanted to reach out to your PTSA chapter and provide you with information on a State of Utah program. I work with the community outreach efforts for a state program called the Utah Child Protection Registry and I am working to get information out to local PTA chapters in hopes to reach more parents in Utah communities.
To tell you about the Registry, it is a free state run program that allows families to sign up their e-mail addresses, mobile phone numbers (SMS), and instant messenger IDs to stop adult advertisements from reaching their inboxes. Here is a link to the program, www.donotcontact.utah.gov.
You can also reference the program on the Utah PTA’s website in the Safety and Welfare section, http://www.utahpta.org/safety-welfare.
Thank you,
Rachelle Milbank
Community Relations
UCPR/Unspam Registry Services
(435) 615-9205 ext 303 – office
(435) 513-2631 – mobile
Parental Involvement
Current Coalition Members:
WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) - http://www.fathers.com
WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) - http://www.fathers.com
- All Pro Dad - http://www.allprodad.com
- Real Men Cook/Real Men Charities Inc. - http://www.realmencook.com
- Black Star Project - http://www.blackstarproject.org
- National Fatherhood Initiative - http://www.fatherhood.org
- Strong Fathers-Strong Families - http://www.strongfathers.com
- National Partnership for Community Leadership - http://www.npclstrongfamilies.com
- Uplift Utah Families- http://www.upliftutahfamilies.org
PTA MORE - Men Organized to Raise Engagement
PTA MORE is a National PTA program, and is a coalition of like-minded organizations that work to ensure greater father and male involvement in programs that support the safety, health, and academic and social development of all children. You can get additional information athttp://www.pta.org/pta_more.asp.
Promoting Positive Parenting
Read this article by Carey Casey about a new movie that fathers.com is promoting entitled "Courageous"
Over the weekend I was privileged to be in Atlanta with Brian Blomberg from our staff for the red-carpet premiere of the movie Courageous, which opens nationwide on September 30th. The star-studded event took place at the historic Fox Theatre, and there was an overwhelming positive response to the movie's many moving and funny moments from the 4,000-member audience.
Since fathers.com is a promoting partner for the movie, Brian and I were able to meet all the actors and many other people responsible for making the movie happen. You can see photos from our trip here.
There's also a new promo video for the movie where they included some footage of me talking about the movie and the importance of fatherhood. You can watch the video here.
This is one film I believe all fathers should see. It's right on point with many different aspects of fatherhood, and we're hoping it will be part of a larger movement in our nation to challenge and encourage men to be the Championship Fathers their children need. You can find out more or reserve your tickets at courageousthemovie.com.
Keep up the good work, dad.
Do you need a free idea for an early morning reading program? Check out www.familyfirst.net to learn more about the All Pro Dad, iMom and Family Minute programs. The fee for these programs has been waived for all PTA’s. Just enter the Promo Code “PTA” when prompted during the ordering process. Give it a try!!
Attached Documents:
Bullying.pdf
Finding_Positive_Ways_to_Talk_About_Your_Children.pdf
Guiding_Children_and_Youth_in_Making_Healthy_Choices.pdf
Ideas_for_Busy_Parents.pdf
Natural_and_Logical_Consequences.pdf
Parents_Can_Make_a_Difference_Daily.pdf
Peer_Pressure.pdf
Preparing_for_the_Teen_Years.pdf
Promoting_Responsibility.pdf
Raising_a_Reader.pdf
Ten_Tips_for_Successful_Parenting.pdf
Improving Family Communication
Over the weekend I was privileged to be in Atlanta with Brian Blomberg from our staff for the red-carpet premiere of the movie Courageous, which opens nationwide on September 30th. The star-studded event took place at the historic Fox Theatre, and there was an overwhelming positive response to the movie's many moving and funny moments from the 4,000-member audience.
Since fathers.com is a promoting partner for the movie, Brian and I were able to meet all the actors and many other people responsible for making the movie happen. You can see photos from our trip here.
There's also a new promo video for the movie where they included some footage of me talking about the movie and the importance of fatherhood. You can watch the video here.
This is one film I believe all fathers should see. It's right on point with many different aspects of fatherhood, and we're hoping it will be part of a larger movement in our nation to challenge and encourage men to be the Championship Fathers their children need. You can find out more or reserve your tickets at courageousthemovie.com.
Keep up the good work, dad.
Do you need a free idea for an early morning reading program? Check out www.familyfirst.net to learn more about the All Pro Dad, iMom and Family Minute programs. The fee for these programs has been waived for all PTA’s. Just enter the Promo Code “PTA” when prompted during the ordering process. Give it a try!!
Attached Documents:
Bullying.pdf
Finding_Positive_Ways_to_Talk_About_Your_Children.pdf
Guiding_Children_and_Youth_in_Making_Healthy_Choices.pdf
Ideas_for_Busy_Parents.pdf
Natural_and_Logical_Consequences.pdf
Parents_Can_Make_a_Difference_Daily.pdf
Peer_Pressure.pdf
Preparing_for_the_Teen_Years.pdf
Promoting_Responsibility.pdf
Raising_a_Reader.pdf
Ten_Tips_for_Successful_Parenting.pdf
Improving Family Communication
Improving Family Communication
Attached Documents:
Ask_the_Right_Questions.pdf
Communication_Ideas_for_Parents.pdf
Developing_a_Vision_for_Your_Child.pdf
Planning_Guide_for_Parent-Teacher_Conferences.pdf
Talking_with_Your_Child.pdf
Ways_to_Communicate_the_Importance_of_Education_to_Children.pdf
Ask_the_Right_Questions.pdf
Communication_Ideas_for_Parents.pdf
Developing_a_Vision_for_Your_Child.pdf
Planning_Guide_for_Parent-Teacher_Conferences.pdf
Talking_with_Your_Child.pdf
Ways_to_Communicate_the_Importance_of_Education_to_Children.pdf
Internet Essentials From Comcast
National PTA® presents a new innovative opportunity from Comcast®. Internet Essentials provides affordable Internet service to households with children who receive free school lunches under the National School Lunch Program.
Families who participate in the program will receive the following:
2) HELP SPREAD THE WORD: Actively spread the word and help encourage participation in the Internet Essentials program. For example, you can:
For more information please see: http://www.pta.org/4766.htm
Families who participate in the program will receive the following:
- Affordable Internet at $9.95/month + tax. No price increases, activation fees, nor equipment rental fees.
- A low cost computer, available for $149.99 + tax
- Free Internet training
2) HELP SPREAD THE WORD: Actively spread the word and help encourage participation in the Internet Essentials program. For example, you can:
- Share information about Internet Essentials on by posting on your website, promoting it in newsletters, hanging posters in local club sites, distributing brochures through e-mail distribution or word-of-mouth with board, staff members, and volunteers, and attending local Internet Essentials launch events.
- Reach out to your local school districts, school principals and other community partners.
- Use your social media outlets to spread the word to your constituents.
- Author "Letters to the Editor" in local papers.
For more information please see: http://www.pta.org/4766.htm
Bullying-What Is A Dad To Do? From Fathers.com
October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month, so I thought it appropriate to spend a little time talking about how to help your kids deal with bullies.
Of course, no dad ever wants his child to be bullied, but for all of the press that bullying gets, I have to say that in most cases (but certainly not all), parents can help their children deal with teasing and bullies without stepping in directly.
Here are eight tips dads can use to help their kids resolve issues with bullies.
Tip #1: Look up the school’s policy on bullying. Thankfully, this problem is already on the radar for many schools and administrators, and many have published recommendations for how to handle it. They may even have a no-tolerance policy and expect to be informed at the first sign of bullying. Remember, you’ll want the school’s cooperation if the bullying continues for your child, so make every effort to comply with policies.
Tip #2: Coach your child not to retaliate. This could lead to serious injuries, and it sends the message that violence is acceptable.
Instead, “teach your child to be assertive, but not aggressive,” says Allan L. Beane, PhD, a former teacher and an internationally recognized expert on bullying. “Coach your child on how to look, walk, and talk like a confident person.” Talk about non-verbal cues like eye contact, facial expressions and posture that your child can adopt to so that he or she exudes confidence. Over time, your child can learn to deflect the taunts and teasing.
Tip #3: Talk to your child about appropriate responses that will help your child deflect the taunts and teasing. Help your child figure out what might work, and what might not work.
In the same conversation, see if you can help your child come up with solutions to avoid situations that allow the bully to taunt your child. There’s strength in numbers. If your child has a large group of friends, he can find ways to make sure he is surrounded by these friends while in the hallway or on the bus. This might curtail the bullying.
Tip #4: Distinguish between regular bullying and extreme bullying. Regular bullying usually doesn’t lead to any physical harm. Extreme bullying does. Watch for warning signs that your child is a victim of an extreme bully. Dr. Beane lists the following:
That said, you should probably contact officials and not the parents. You never know what is going on in a child’s home life, or how the parents (who won’t be objective) will respond.
Tip #6: Give your child perspective on the situation. The bully might come from a tough home life and lack self-control and discipline. Ask your child questions like, “Why might he be doing this to you.”
The key, here, is to let your child know that he or she does not deserve to be bullied. At the same time, you allow your child to feel compassion for the bully.
Tip #7: Become a WatchDOG. One of the greatest programs we offer at the National Center for Fathering is WATCH D.O.G.S., which puts adult male role models, most of whom are fathers, in the hallways, classrooms, lunchrooms, libraries and playgrounds. Many of the schools that have WatchDOGS tells us that their discipline problems have dropped dramatically as a result of having these dads roam the halls. And many schools see a connection between having WATCH D.O.G.S. dads in the school and less bullying. The dads set a positive example for the kids, support the educators, and help provide a safe and secure learning environment.
Get information about bringing the program to your child’s school.
Tip #8: And – one last angle on the bully problem – if your child isn’t currently a victim for bullies, you might suggest that he take a more active role in standing up for other kids when he sees teasing going on.
Carey Casey is the CEO of the National Center for Fathering, a nonprofit organization dedicated to finding 6.5 million fathers who will make theChampionship Fathering Commitment. NCF believes that every child needs a dad they can count on, and uses its resources to inspire and equip men to be the involved fathers, grandfathers and father figures their children need.
Of course, no dad ever wants his child to be bullied, but for all of the press that bullying gets, I have to say that in most cases (but certainly not all), parents can help their children deal with teasing and bullies without stepping in directly.
Here are eight tips dads can use to help their kids resolve issues with bullies.
Tip #1: Look up the school’s policy on bullying. Thankfully, this problem is already on the radar for many schools and administrators, and many have published recommendations for how to handle it. They may even have a no-tolerance policy and expect to be informed at the first sign of bullying. Remember, you’ll want the school’s cooperation if the bullying continues for your child, so make every effort to comply with policies.
Tip #2: Coach your child not to retaliate. This could lead to serious injuries, and it sends the message that violence is acceptable.
Instead, “teach your child to be assertive, but not aggressive,” says Allan L. Beane, PhD, a former teacher and an internationally recognized expert on bullying. “Coach your child on how to look, walk, and talk like a confident person.” Talk about non-verbal cues like eye contact, facial expressions and posture that your child can adopt to so that he or she exudes confidence. Over time, your child can learn to deflect the taunts and teasing.
Tip #3: Talk to your child about appropriate responses that will help your child deflect the taunts and teasing. Help your child figure out what might work, and what might not work.
In the same conversation, see if you can help your child come up with solutions to avoid situations that allow the bully to taunt your child. There’s strength in numbers. If your child has a large group of friends, he can find ways to make sure he is surrounded by these friends while in the hallway or on the bus. This might curtail the bullying.
Tip #4: Distinguish between regular bullying and extreme bullying. Regular bullying usually doesn’t lead to any physical harm. Extreme bullying does. Watch for warning signs that your child is a victim of an extreme bully. Dr. Beane lists the following:
- Sudden decreased interest in school and quality of school work.
- Wants to take a different route or use different transportation to get to school.
- Wants to avoid certain areas of school or neighborhood.
- Seems preoccupied or tense on Sunday nights but happy and relaxed come Friday and Saturday.
- Suddenly prefers the company of adults.
- Has frequent illnesses, such as headaches and stomach pains. Also has nightmares and insomnia.
- Comes home with unexplained bruises, scratches, or torn clothing.
- Suddenly starts bullying others.
- Seeks the wrong friends in the wrong places.
- Talks of suicide and feeling depressed.
That said, you should probably contact officials and not the parents. You never know what is going on in a child’s home life, or how the parents (who won’t be objective) will respond.
Tip #6: Give your child perspective on the situation. The bully might come from a tough home life and lack self-control and discipline. Ask your child questions like, “Why might he be doing this to you.”
The key, here, is to let your child know that he or she does not deserve to be bullied. At the same time, you allow your child to feel compassion for the bully.
Tip #7: Become a WatchDOG. One of the greatest programs we offer at the National Center for Fathering is WATCH D.O.G.S., which puts adult male role models, most of whom are fathers, in the hallways, classrooms, lunchrooms, libraries and playgrounds. Many of the schools that have WatchDOGS tells us that their discipline problems have dropped dramatically as a result of having these dads roam the halls. And many schools see a connection between having WATCH D.O.G.S. dads in the school and less bullying. The dads set a positive example for the kids, support the educators, and help provide a safe and secure learning environment.
Get information about bringing the program to your child’s school.
Tip #8: And – one last angle on the bully problem – if your child isn’t currently a victim for bullies, you might suggest that he take a more active role in standing up for other kids when he sees teasing going on.
Carey Casey is the CEO of the National Center for Fathering, a nonprofit organization dedicated to finding 6.5 million fathers who will make theChampionship Fathering Commitment. NCF believes that every child needs a dad they can count on, and uses its resources to inspire and equip men to be the involved fathers, grandfathers and father figures their children need.
Hope for Tomorrow
http://www.namiut.org
The Utah PTA has a partnership with The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Utah (NAMI Utah) that officially supports the Hope for Tomorrow program. This program is a home grown Utah program that was developed by students, PTA representatives, parents, educators and other professionals.
The three goals of this program are:
- Raise awareness of mental health issues
- Erase the stigma of mental illness
- Foster hope among students and their families
- Mood disorders
- Substance use disorders
- Eating disorders
- Students
- Teachers
- Parents and the community
For questions call Chandra at NAMI Utah 801-323-9900 or toll free 1-877-230-6264. For more information see http://www.namiut.org.
Parents, Speak Up!
New information about this campaign: This campaign is being discontinued because funding has ended. The materials that have been available to order free from the website will go through one more print run and then when those are gone, no more will be available. If you would like to order booklets, please do so as soon as possible.
Parents, you are the best person to help your child understand and make good choices. You want your teen to be healthy and happy now and in the future. Do you need help talking to your child about sexual behavior? They really will listen to you and you have much more influence on them than you think. For more tips on talking with your children, go to the website from U.S. Health & Human Services at the link below. It is full of great information for parents. If you want to order "Parents Speak Up" booklets, you will be allowed to order up to 100 free per month. Click on "Media & Community Outreach", and then "order materials". We encourage you to order them and have a parent meeting at your school.
Attached Documents:
Padres Hablen Ya
Parent's Speak Up Booklet
Teen Chat
Parents, you are the best person to help your child understand and make good choices. You want your teen to be healthy and happy now and in the future. Do you need help talking to your child about sexual behavior? They really will listen to you and you have much more influence on them than you think. For more tips on talking with your children, go to the website from U.S. Health & Human Services at the link below. It is full of great information for parents. If you want to order "Parents Speak Up" booklets, you will be allowed to order up to 100 free per month. Click on "Media & Community Outreach", and then "order materials". We encourage you to order them and have a parent meeting at your school.
Attached Documents:
Padres Hablen Ya
Parent's Speak Up Booklet
Teen Chat
Sex Still Has a Price Tag
Pam Stenzel video on abstinence for teens
Sex Still Has a Pricetag, by Pam Stenzel, is a video for teens to teach them abstinence from sexual activity. It is done in a very engaging, humorous way that really catches the attention of teens and makes them listen. The State PTA has approved the video.
To see excerpts from the video, go to YouTube.com and search for "Pam Stenzel" or click this link:
Pam Stenzel videos on YouTube.
The Health Commission bought a copy of the video and it is available for PTAs to borrow. As with all videos, the district or principal should give approval, and therefore may need to preview it. To borrow the DVD, please contact Liz Zentner, Utah PTA Health Commissioner, at 801-261-3100 or [email protected].
You can also purchase your own copy for $30 at http://pamstenzel.com. Click on "shop", then "public school materials". It is not available at any of the libraries in Salt Lake City County or Murray.
Sex Still Has a Pricetag, by Pam Stenzel, is a video for teens to teach them abstinence from sexual activity. It is done in a very engaging, humorous way that really catches the attention of teens and makes them listen. The State PTA has approved the video.
To see excerpts from the video, go to YouTube.com and search for "Pam Stenzel" or click this link:
Pam Stenzel videos on YouTube.
The Health Commission bought a copy of the video and it is available for PTAs to borrow. As with all videos, the district or principal should give approval, and therefore may need to preview it. To borrow the DVD, please contact Liz Zentner, Utah PTA Health Commissioner, at 801-261-3100 or [email protected].
You can also purchase your own copy for $30 at http://pamstenzel.com. Click on "shop", then "public school materials". It is not available at any of the libraries in Salt Lake City County or Murray.
Institute for Educational Advancement
The Institute for Educational Advancement is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting our nation's most talented young people to identify and develop their fullest potential. The Institute focuses its attention on creating and supporting educational practices and policies that are student-centered and that promote academic rigor, high standards, excellence in the arts and educational innovation. To meet our goals and achieve our mission, we provide a variety of programs and services designed specifically for the gifted community. For more information, please visit http://www.educationaladvancement.org.
Links
Links
- http://www.EducationalAdvancement.org
- http://www.powerinyou.org
- http://www.presidentialserviceawards.gov
- http://www.warriorsagainsttobacco.com
- http://www.utahmentor.org
- http://www.actionforhealthykids.org
- http://www.utahscholars.org
- http://www.uesp.org
- http://www.symphonyforstudent.org
- http://www.nomoresecrets.utah.gov
- http://view.exacttarget.com/?j=fe5d15747c66077c701d&m=fefe1575716403&ls=...
- http://www.actionforhealthykids.org