BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SPAN Parent Advocacy Network - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:SPAN Parent Advocacy Network X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://spanadvocacy.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SPAN Parent Advocacy Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260811T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260811T120000 DTSTAMP:20260731T120640 CREATED:20260617T155144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T203724Z UID:10000152-1786446000-1786449600@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Bridging the Gap: Building Strong Communication with the Whole School Team DESCRIPTION:Effective communication with school staff goes beyond talking to teachers. In this webinar\, families will learn practical strategies for engaging with administrators\, counselors\, nurses\, and more. We’ll cover how to prepare for meetings\, ask the right questions\, and collaborate on solutions that support your child’s needs. \nFind all events from the NJ Family Engagement Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/bridging-the-gap-building-strong-communication-with-the-whole-school-team/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Engagement,Harassment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Bridging-the-Gap-Building-Strong-cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260908T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260908T120000 DTSTAMP:20260731T120640 CREATED:20260617T160041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T164532Z UID:10000153-1788865200-1788868800@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Digital Boundaries Real-World Awareness: Family Approach to Student Safety DESCRIPTION:From gaming and social media to walking home from school\, this session provides families with the tools to protect kids in today’s world. Learn how to set tech boundaries\, talk about digital behavior\, teach situational awareness\, and respond to both online and offline safety concerns with confidence. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/digital-boundaries-real-world-awareness-family-approach-to-student-safety/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Engagement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/close-up-portrait-girl-send-using-cell-phone-social-media-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260915T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260915T130000 DTSTAMP:20260731T120640 CREATED:20260630T144204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T180636Z UID:10000159-1789473600-1789477200@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Beyond the Bell: Building a Community-Wide Attendance Team DESCRIPTION:Chronic absenteeism is a complex challenge that requires more than a school-based solution. This workshop brings together school staff and community-based organizations (CBOs) to explore how a coordinated\, community-wide approach can better support student attendance and engagement.\n \nParticipants will learn how to build a multi-tiered system of support that identifies attendance barriers early\, responds with targeted interventions\, and connects students and families to meaningful resources.\n \n The session highlights the importance of collaboration across schools\, families\, and community partners to address underlying factors such as transportation\, health\, family responsibilities\, and school climate.\n \nThrough practical strategies and real-world examples\, attendees will gain tools to develop strong attendance teams\, improve data-informed decision-making\, and create sustainable systems that promote consistent attendance. \n \nWalk away with a clearer framework for working together—beyond the school day—to ensure every student has the support they need to show up and succeed.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/beyond-the-bell-building-a-community-wide-attendance-team-2/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Engagement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Group-of-middle-school-children-leaving-classrom.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261013T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261013T120000 DTSTAMP:20260731T120640 CREATED:20260617T162347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T164905Z UID:10000155-1791889200-1791892800@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Addressing Bullying: What Families need to know and how to respond DESCRIPTION:Bullying can have a lasting impact on a child’s well-being and school experience. This session equips families with the knowledge and tools to recognize the signs of bullying and respond in a proactive\, supportive way.\n \nParticipants will learn how to identify different forms of bullying\, including in-person and online behaviors\, and how to talk with their child in a way that builds trust and encourages open communication. \n \nThe workshop also provides guidance on documenting concerns\, working collaboratively with schools\, and advocating effectively for a safe and respectful learning environment.\n \nThrough practical strategies and real-life scenarios\, families will gain confidence in how to respond\, support their child\, and help prevent bullying while promoting empathy\, resilience\, and positive peer relationships.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/addressing-bullying-what-families-need-to-know-and-how-to-respond/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Harassment Intimidation Bullying ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/medium-shot-teen-getting-bullied-by-colleagues.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261020T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261020T130000 DTSTAMP:20260731T120640 CREATED:20260617T163417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T165045Z UID:10000156-1792497600-1792501200@spanadvocacy.org SUMMARY:Getting it Done: Hacks for Homework and Life DESCRIPTION:Homework time can be challenging\, but with the right tools and structure\, it can become more manageable and productive.\n \nThis session introduces practical strategies to help children stay organized\, focused\, and confident in completing their assignments.\n \nParticipants will learn how to use visual schedules to create clear routines\, break down large assignments into smaller\, achievable steps\, and design a distraction-free homework space that supports concentration.\n \nThe workshop also explores ways to build independence\, reduce frustration\, and create a positive homework experience for both children and caregivers.\n \nWalk away with simple\, effective techniques to support learning at home and help your child succeed with greater confidence and ease.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:/event/getting-it-done-hacks-for-homework-and-life/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Engagement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/friends-enjoying-lively-discussion-welldecorated-space-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR