Parent Workshops
Join us on October 21 at 6:30pm in the Jane Ruestmann Elementary Cafeteria for a Parent Presentation given by Hey Dude, Nice Shoes!
Hey Dude, Nice Shoes is a Pro-Kindness workshop for parents and caregivers by Carolyn Jennings Brown. Carolyn Jennings Brown has been serving public schools in the state of Texas for two decades. She has a unique perspective that spans from being the daughter of an educator, a student, a teacher and a parent. Today, Carolyn travels across the nation and shares her Anti-Bullying/ Pro-Kindness presentation, “Hey Dude, Nice Shoes” with students of all ages and their parents. During this empowering and inspiring workshop, she shares her unique experiences and stories in a passionate and honest way to educate the two separate generations on this sensitive topic and bridge the gap of understanding about growing up. Carolyn is an honorary lifetime member of the Texas PTA and a recipient of the National PTA lifetime achievement award. She also received the Extended Service Award by the executive board of Texas PTA in the summer of 2024. 'Hey Dude, Nice Shoes' was presented to more than 83,000 students across during the 2023-2024 school year.
From social media and screen time, to bullying and mental health, we as parents have more to think about than ever. Our goal as a PTA is to bring in speakers for Parent Workshops once a semester to equip parents in our community with tools that benefit families.
Do you have parenting topic you would like to see a workshop on? Or do you have a heart for meeting parents in our community and equipping them with tools that benefit families? Join our Parent Workshop Committee by filling out the Volunteer Interest Form below.