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Join us at the 2019 FLI Conference in San Antonio, TX to explore the importance of family leadership, self-identity, cultural perspectives, effective communication, storytelling, education, and parent involvement. Participate in engaging activities and create a family action plan for success. Don't miss this opportunity to empower your family and unlock your potential!
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2019 FLI Conference San Antonio, TX
Dream Tree What are your dreams? Activity #1 Two leaves, write down a dream on each leaf, anything you have been dreaming about wanting or doing
Self-Identity: Past, Present & Future - Self-identity is defined by our values - Values are the main beliefs that are honored, followed, and passed down through generations - Values are passed down through families
Living in Two Worlds: Cultural & Generational Perspectives - “Eye-opener” lesson for parents/educators - Discusses drug and alcohol abuse, gang membership, teenage pregnancy, teenage depression, teenage suicide, and other relevant issues. - Your children will tell you what you don’t want to hear, it’s not about being right all the time - Three techniques for effective communication: Help me understand…. Did I hear you say…… Tell me what your thoughts are…. *Remember: If you’re asking, accept the answer
Come together Activity #2 • Two lines facing each other This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA
Storytelling and Journaling: Valuing literacy through Family History - Benefits of journaling: Reducing Stress -Releasing feelings -Self assessment -Make more conscious choices and decisions -Define and implement changes -Enrich your relationship with yourself and others -Find deeper meaning in life -Creates peace, personal focus and happiness -Releases stress, anger, fear, build self-esteem
Education: The Key to a Better Home • Good time to invite local counselors or reps from local university and colleges who will speak about the requirements to enter higher education. • Show parents that they are also candidates for higher education
Improving Family and School Relationships: Partners for Success • Parents are the primary teachers of their children • Parents care about their children’s education • Parents and teachers are the best partners for their children’s success • Teachers benefit from the leadership of parents • Parent involvement is critical to their children’s school success
Parent Involvement Ms. Nohemi Molina joined us as a parent observer for this conference.
FLI San Antonio Many different school districts and states were represented in this one conference. Rialto School District in California, Payette School District in Idaho, Des Moines School District in Iowa, Gear Up Program at Oklahoma University, San Antonio Texas, and Florida
Formula for Success School + Parent + Student = Student Success