Scottsdale schools, JFCS informs parents about anger management

If it seems your child's anger problems are escalating out of control, do not lose hope. There is help for parents of children with anger management problems. Scottsdale Unified School District invites parents, teachers, administrators and community members to attend Anger Management/Conflict Resolution: Helping with Expression at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 6 at Saguaro High School’s auditorium, 6250 N. 82nd Street, Scottsdale.

The program will be presented by the Jewish Family and Children's Service (JFCS). JFCS is a non-profit, non-sectarian organization that strengthens the community by providing high quality behavioral health and social services to children, families and adults of all ages throughout Maricopa County.

In addition, teachers who attend the presentation can receive Career Ladder hours or staff development points, as well as recertification credits.

Topics for future forums include Teenage Dating: the Romance and the Risks, Effectively Communicating with Adolescents, Is This Normal? Depression and Suicide Risk and Rules for Engagement: Helping Kids Find Their Motivation. To view the complete Parent/Teacher Academy calendar, please visit SUSD’s Web site at: www.susd.org/district/forparents/2004-2005ParentTeacherAcademyCalendar.pdf

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