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RBUSD Parent Education Opportunities

Today, students face many challenges—schoolwork, friendships, and even stress or mental health worries. Parents play a vital role in helping their children succeed. A parent education series provides families with the information and tools they need to support their children’s learning and well-being from elementary school through high school. This kind of program is built on research and focuses on the whole child. It also helps schools and families work together so that all students can do their best.

 

The Why

  • Helping Students Through Family Involvement: Research shows that when parents are involved, students do better in school, behave more positively, and feel healthier. If schools want students to grow, parents need to be part of the plan.

  • Responding to Mental Health Needs: Across the country, more students are struggling with anxiety, sadness, or behavior problems. Parents often notice these signs first, but may not know how to respond. Parent education can teach families what’s normal and when to ask for help from the school.

  • Guiding Families Through Complex Systems: School systems can be confusing, especially for busy parents, families who speak more than one language, or those new to programs like IEPs, 504 plans, or college planning. Parent education makes these systems easier to understand, so families feel confident supporting their children.

2025-26 Planned In-Person Presentations 
 
When: Wednesday, January 21, 5:00 - 6:30 PM
Where: RUHS Library
 
When: Thursday, January 22, 5:00-6:30 PM
Where: RUHS Library
 
When: Friday, January 30, 8:30-10:00 AM
Where: RBUSD District Office
RSVP: Email Rachel Andrews, District Counselor, at [email protected]
 
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Where: RUHS Library
RSVP: HERE

2025-26 Planned Virtual Presentations 

 

Your Child & Risky Behavior
When: Thursday, February 19, 4:30–5:30 PM
Where: Online (Recorded)
Link to Sign Up

Behavior Management & Positive Discipline (TK–5)
Risk Behaviors & Experimentation (6–8)
Substance Use & Risk Behaviors (9–12)

Your Child & Relationships
When: Thursday, April 30, 4:30–5:30 PM
Where: Online (Recorded)
Link to Sign Up

Social Skills & Friendship Building (TK–5)
Identity, Peer Pressure, & Self-Esteem (6–8)
Social Conflicts & Bullying (6–8)
Romantic Relationships & Sexual Health (9–12)

Your Child & What’s Next
When: Thursday, May 28, 4:30–5:30 PM
Where: Online (Recorded)
Link to Sign Up

Parental Engagement in Learning (TK–5)
Time Management & Executive Functioning (6–8)
Post-High School Transitions (9–12)

RBUSD Parent Education Flyer