While fundraising is a necessary focus to support our students, staff, and teachers, The PTSA also looks to provide educational programs around topics relevant to our community outside the classroom. These opportunities happen throughout the year and are part of the PTSA Parent/Student Educational Programming Series. Please subscribe to the newsletter to stay connected to upcoming events.
The AHS PTSA is hosting a Parent Ed Webinar:
Let's Talk: Empowering parents to talk to their teens about mental health
Presented by National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Wednesday, September 27, 6:00-7:00 pm
Due to the recent AISD student suicides and the continuing mental health crisis, the PTSA is eager to offer this opportunity for our parents to learn valuable information that can help you better support your family, friends, and neighbors.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/81197666976?pwd=ZHFka0orNThybFQvVGJwMmxWejVjQT09
Meeting ID: 811 9766 6976
Passcode: PTSAWeb
Let's Talk: Empowering parents to talk to their teens about mental health
Presented by National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Wednesday, September 27, 6:00-7:00 pm
Due to the recent AISD student suicides and the continuing mental health crisis, the PTSA is eager to offer this opportunity for our parents to learn valuable information that can help you better support your family, friends, and neighbors.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/81197666976?pwd=ZHFka0orNThybFQvVGJwMmxWejVjQT09
Meeting ID: 811 9766 6976
Passcode: PTSAWeb
The AHS PTSA is hosting a Parent Ed Webinar:
Know Your NeuroWhereAbouts: Brain-based Parenting Strategies for Preventing High Risk Behaviors
Presented by Dr. Crystal Collier
Wednesday, October 18, 6:00-7:30 pm
Parents, caregivers, and school staff who know kid’s NeuroWhereAbouts understand phases of brain development and shape executive functioning skills accordingly. Dr. Crystal Collier, author of The NeuroWhereAbouts Guide, will define brain-based parenting and how to easily integrate brain-savvy prevention skills into daily practice. In this presentation, Dr. Collier will describe the prevention science principles that work to increase youth skills and prevent engagement in high-risk behavior (such as alcohol, marijuana, other illicit drugs, technology overuse, vaping and e-cigarettes, pornography, body image and eating issues, self-injury, suicide, dating violence, risky sexual behavior and more). Learn more at knowyourneuro.org and drcrystalcollier.com
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/83653397501?pwd=R1RWazFESEdIK0EwdmFxTDhpQ1Badz09
Meeting ID: 836 5339 7501
Passcode: AHSPTSA
Know Your NeuroWhereAbouts: Brain-based Parenting Strategies for Preventing High Risk Behaviors
Presented by Dr. Crystal Collier
Wednesday, October 18, 6:00-7:30 pm
Parents, caregivers, and school staff who know kid’s NeuroWhereAbouts understand phases of brain development and shape executive functioning skills accordingly. Dr. Crystal Collier, author of The NeuroWhereAbouts Guide, will define brain-based parenting and how to easily integrate brain-savvy prevention skills into daily practice. In this presentation, Dr. Collier will describe the prevention science principles that work to increase youth skills and prevent engagement in high-risk behavior (such as alcohol, marijuana, other illicit drugs, technology overuse, vaping and e-cigarettes, pornography, body image and eating issues, self-injury, suicide, dating violence, risky sexual behavior and more). Learn more at knowyourneuro.org and drcrystalcollier.com
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/83653397501?pwd=R1RWazFESEdIK0EwdmFxTDhpQ1Badz09
Meeting ID: 836 5339 7501
Passcode: AHSPTSA
The AHS PTSA is hosting a Parent Ed Webinar:
Tech Generation: Raising Balanced Kids in a Hyper-Connected World
Presented by Dr. Mike Brooks
Wednesday, November 8, 6:00-7:15 pm
PTSA meeting begins at 6:00pm with the program immediately following.
As our lives become more entwined with technology, parents face growing concerns about screen time's impact on their kids—and on themselves. In this talk, Dr. Mike Brooks delves into the latest research on screen effects, why they're so captivating, and actionable strategies for fostering a balanced tech life. Discover how cultivating these habits now will set your children up for academic success and deeper connections in this fast-paced, AI-influenced world. Learn more at drmikebrooks.com
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/83733543036?pwd=N3c5M3BsOVdkMk1KM010WHBnVmk1QT09
Meeting ID: 837 3354 3036
Passcode: AHSPTSA
Tech Generation: Raising Balanced Kids in a Hyper-Connected World
Presented by Dr. Mike Brooks
Wednesday, November 8, 6:00-7:15 pm
PTSA meeting begins at 6:00pm with the program immediately following.
As our lives become more entwined with technology, parents face growing concerns about screen time's impact on their kids—and on themselves. In this talk, Dr. Mike Brooks delves into the latest research on screen effects, why they're so captivating, and actionable strategies for fostering a balanced tech life. Discover how cultivating these habits now will set your children up for academic success and deeper connections in this fast-paced, AI-influenced world. Learn more at drmikebrooks.com
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/83733543036?pwd=N3c5M3BsOVdkMk1KM010WHBnVmk1QT09
Meeting ID: 837 3354 3036
Passcode: AHSPTSA
PTSA Student Lunch & Learns – Fall 2023
12:40-1:25 in the iLab (2nd floor in the library)
Come learn something new that can help you, a family member, or a friend!
MAKE UP TIME for UNEXCUSED Absences or POINTS towards your Academy Distinction – Win a GIFT CARD – PIZZA will be provided
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
In Our Own Voice: Changing Attitudes, Assumptions & Ideas about Mental Health Conditions
Presented by National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17
The Science of Substance Misuse & How to Support those who are Struggling
Presented by UT Center for Students in Recovery
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Screen Savvy: How to Use Screens So They Don't Use You
Presented by Dr. Mike Brooks
12:40-1:25 in the iLab (2nd floor in the library)
Come learn something new that can help you, a family member, or a friend!
MAKE UP TIME for UNEXCUSED Absences or POINTS towards your Academy Distinction – Win a GIFT CARD – PIZZA will be provided
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
In Our Own Voice: Changing Attitudes, Assumptions & Ideas about Mental Health Conditions
Presented by National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17
The Science of Substance Misuse & How to Support those who are Struggling
Presented by UT Center for Students in Recovery
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Screen Savvy: How to Use Screens So They Don't Use You
Presented by Dr. Mike Brooks
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