For general information regarding workshops, please call 760-252-2411 x7376. All of the classes listed in this schedule meet the criteria for San Bernardino County’s emotional behavioral training and for Los Angeles County’s “D” rate training. All training must be selected based on the individual needs of the foster/kinship child. Please discuss any additional training issues with your Children and Family Services (CFS) worker or the Specialized Care Facilitator as needed. For Specialized Care Rate information for San Bernardino County, contact Elaine Bobadilla at 909-891-3621.
For a printable schedule, please click this link. (April)
For a printable schedule, please click this link. (May)
| April 2025 | |||
| Date | Time | Topic | Trainer |
| Tue. 4/1/2025 | 9-11AM | Discipline Vs. Punishment | Betty Cowley |
| Tue. 4/1/2025 | 9-11AM | Uso de redes sociales en niños SPANISH | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 4/2/2025 | 6-8PM | Understanding Bipolar Disorder | Vanessa Palacios |
| Thu. 4/3/2025 | 9-11AM | Children's Brain Development: Insights for Parents and Caregivers | Dr. Wesley Sanders |
| Fri. 4/4/2025 | 6-8PM | Understanding and Managing Behavioral Disorders | Dr. Abram Milton |
| Mon. 4/7/2025 | 9-11AM | Thriving as a Parent in Times of Stress and Uncertainty | Christine Stellino |
| Mon. 4/7/2025 | 6-8PM | Preventing Bullying: Strategies for a Safe and Inclusive Environment | Olivia J. Chavira |
| Tue. 4/8/2025 | 9-11AM | Preparing For Placement | Betty Cowley |
| Tue. 4/8/2025 | 9-11AM | El impacto de la crianza en los niños biológicos SPANISH | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 4/9/2025 | 6-8PM | Teen Dating Violence: Recognizing, Preventing, and Supporting | Vanessa Palacios |
| Thu. 4/10/2025 | 9-11AM | Transracial Parenting: Embracing Diversity in Families | Dr. Wesley Sanders |
| Fri. 4/11/2025 | 6-8PM | Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse | Dr. Abram Milton |
| Mon. 4/14/2025 | 9-11AM | Coparenting: Empowering Children Through Collaborative Approaches | Christine Stellino |
| Mon. 4/14/2025 | 6-8PM | Teen Eating Disorders: Support and Strategies for Recovery | Olivia J. Chavira |
| Tue. 4/15/2025 | 9-11AM | Collaborating with the School, Support Systems, and Your Social Worker | Betty Cowley |
| Tue. 4/15/2025 | 9-11AM | Duelo y pérdida en el sistema de cuidado de crianza SPANISH | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 4/16/2025 | 6-8PM | Supporting Children with Incarcerated Parents | Vanessa Palacios |
| Thu. 4/17/2025 | 9-11AM | What is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)? | Dr. Wesley Sanders |
| Fri. 4/18/2025 | 6-8PM | Exploring Parenting and Attachment Styles | Dr. Abram Milton |
| Mon. 4/21/2025 | 9-11AM | Finding Stability: Parenting Skills for Stressful and Uncertain Times | Christine Stellino |
| Mon. 4/21/2025 | 6-8PM | Toddlerhood: Navigating Growth, Development, and Tantrum | Olivia J. Chavira |
| Tue. 4/22/2025 | 9-11AM | Parenting Children with a History of Childhood Trauma | Betty Cowley |
| Tue. 4/22/2025 | 9-11AM | Factores que fortalezen a la familia SPANISH | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 4/23/2025 | 6-8PM | Empowering Youth with ADHD: Practical Tools and Strategies | Vanessa Palacios |
| Thu. 4/24/2025 | 9-11AM | Setting Realistic Expectations for Children: A Guide for Parents | Dr. Wesley Sanders |
| Fri. 4/25/2025 | 6-8PM | Managing Discipline and Parental Authority | Dr. Abram Milton |
| Mon. 4/28/2025 | 9-11AM | Cultivating a Growth Mindset: How to Inspire Motivation and Success | Christine Stellino |
| Mon. 4/28/2025 | 6-8PM | Resilience Toolkit: Strategies for Coping and Thriving | Olivia J. Chavira |
| Tue. 4/29/2025 | 9-11AM | Mandated Reporting: Ensuring Child Safety | Betty Cowley |
| Tue. 4/29/2025 | 9-11AM | Cómo ayudar a un niño diagnosticado con trastorno bipolar SPANISH | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 4/30/2025 | 6-8PM | After Therapy: Now What | Vanessa Palacios |
| It is REQUIRED to pre-register for each class to receive a meeting ID#. | |||
| The FKCE Program provides quality education, supports opportunities for caregivers of children and youth in out-of- | |||
| home care so that providers may meet their educational, emotional, behavioral needs. Services are open to the | |||
| public (16+ years) at no cost. For questions or more information please email fkce@barstow.edu | |||
| You will receive a confirmation email with procedure and details to participate in the workshop. | |||
| A certificate will be provided within 5 business days, after completing workshop and submitting required paperwork. | |||
| May 2025 | |||||||
| Date | Time | Topic | Trainer | ||||
| Thu. 5/1/2025 | 9-11AM | Unhealthy Relations in Dysfunctional Families | Dr. Wesley Sanders | ||||
| Fri. 5/2/2025 | 6-8PM | Guiding Your Child Through Adolescence | Dr. Abram Milton | ||||
| Mon. 5/5/2025 | 9-11AM | Effective Coparenting: Nurturing Children Through Strong Cooperative Practices | Christine Stellino | ||||
| Mon. 5/5/2025 | 6-8PM | Empowering Teen Girls: Social Media, Confidence and Resilience | Olivia J. Chavira | ||||
| Tue. 5/6/2025 | 9-11AM | Empowering Grandparents as Primary Caregivers | Betty Cowley | ||||
| Tue. 5/6/2025 | 9-11AM | Cómo criar a un niño sigiloso SPANISH | Lelia Montiel | ||||
| Wed. 5/7/2025 | 6-8PM | Understanding Down Syndrome: Insights, Support, and Advocacy | Vanessa Palacios | ||||
| Thu. 5/8/2025 | 9-11AM | Fostering Self-Regulation Skills in Children | Dr. Wesley Sanders | ||||
| Fri. 5/9/2025 | 6-8PM | Understanding Bullying: A Parent's Guide | Dr. Abram Milton | ||||
| Mon. 5/12/2025 | 9-11AM | Thriving Together: Effective Coparenting for Positive Child Outcomes | Christine Stellino | ||||
| Mon. 5/12/2025 | 6-8PM | Understanding Diversity and Inclusion | Olivia J. Chavira | ||||
| Tue. 5/13/2025 | 9-11AM | Resource Parenting: Understanding Roles, Rights, & Responsibilities | Betty Cowley | ||||
| Tue. 5/13/2025 | 9-11AM | Manejar su enojo SPANISH | Lelia Montiel | ||||
| Wed. 5/14/2025 | 6-8PM | Behavioral Disorders and Support Strategies | Vanessa Palacios | ||||
| Thu. 5/15/2025 | 9-11AM | Bullying Impact on Children with Disabilities | Dr. Wesley Sanders | ||||
| Fri. 5/16/2025 | 6-8PM | Demystifying Mental Illness for Parents | Dr. Abram Milton | ||||
| Mon. 5/19/2025 | 9-11AM | Building Peace: Conflict Resolution Skills for Personal and Professional Success | Christine Stellino | ||||
| Mon. 5/19/2025 | 6-8PM | Building Healthy Relationships With Your Child | Olivia J. Chavira | ||||
| Tue. 5/20/2025 | 9-11AM | Visitations- The Good, Bad & Ugly | Betty Cowley | ||||
| Tue. 5/20/2025 | 9-11AM | Abuelos que son padres SPANISH | Lelia Montiel | ||||
| Wed. 5/21/2025 | 6-8PM | Protecting Our Little Lungs: The Effects of Smoking on Babies & Children | Vanessa Palacios | ||||
| Thu. 5/22/2025 | 9-11AM | Fostering Emotional Wellness in Families | Dr. Wesley Sanders | ||||
| Fri. 5/23/2025 | 6-8PM | Finding the Right Mental Health Support for your Family | Dr. Abram Milton | ||||
| Mon. 5/26/2025 | Memorial Day Holiday | ||||||
| Tue. 5/27/2025 | 9-11AM | Surviving the Summer with a Household of Kids | Betty Cowley | ||||
| Tue. 5/27/2025 | 9-11AM | Comprender los derechos educativos SPANISH | Lelia Montiel | ||||
| Wed. 5/28/2025 | 6-8PM | The Ripple Effect: The Impact of Multiple Placements on Children | Vanessa Palacios | ||||
| Thu. 5/29/2025 | 9-11AM | Understanding and Preventing Sexual Exploitation | Dr. Wesley Sanders | ||||
| Fri. 5/30/2025 | 6-8PM | Suicide Prevention: Essential Skills for Parents | Dr. Abram Milton | ||||
| It is REQUIRED to pre-register for each class to receive a meeting ID#. | |||||||
| The FKCE Program provides quality education, supports opportunities for caregivers of children and youth in out-of- | |||||||
| home care so that providers may meet their educational, emotional, behavioral needs. Services are open to the | |||||||
| public (16+ years) at no cost. For questions or more information please email fkce@barstow.edu | |||||||
| You will receive a confirmation email with procedure and details to participate in the workshop. | |||||||
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***Please do not bring children to class, childcare is not provided. ***
Please Note: Classes that do not have pre-registered participants may not be held. FKCE HIGHLY suggests bringing someone with you to class in order to ensure the class being held. Topics, dates and times - subject to change without notice. Please pre-register by phone (760) 252-2411 x7276 or x7376 or email fkce@barstow.edu
