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Families And Communities Engaged in Schools Conference (FACES)

WELCOME!

In this conference, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the resources available to support children throughout their educational journey.
 
DATE: Date Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025
LOCATION: Head Start Multi-Purpose Center, 11670 Chito Samaniego, El Paso, 79936
FEE: $45
 
 
Contact person: Maria Palomino
 
 
Important Breakout Information:

Parent Resilience:  Lessons from U.S. Presidents with Disabilities

Join us for an inspiring keynote that highlights the power of resilience, drawn from the lives of U.S. presidents who faced extraordinary personal challenges. 

Even the highest office in the land has been held by individuals who faced significant personal challenges, including disabilities. Presidents like Franklin D. Roosevelt, who led the nation from a wheelchair, and Abraham Lincoln, who endured lifelong struggles with depression, provide compelling examples of overcoming adversity. Their stories offer powerful lessons for parents navigating the complexities of supporting children with disabilities or unique challenges. This keynote dives into the personal journeys of U.S. presidents, uncovering the resilience, support networks, and coping strategies that shaped their leadership. Parents will gain insights into fostering strength, adaptability, and confidence in their own children, learning how to help them turn challenges into opportunities for growth.

Why These Topics Should Matter to Every Family to Embrace Resiliency

• Human Trafficking Awareness: Learn how fostering resilience empowers children to avoid risks like trafficking.
• Vaping and Substance Use: Equip children with healthy coping strategies to prevent substance use.
• School Safety: Build emotional strength to create a safe, thriving school environment.
• Trauma-Informed Care: Use resilience to help children heal from trauma and succeed.
• Narcan and Overdose Prevention: Teach resilience to help children make healthier choices and avoid substance abuse.
• Military Services: Gain inspiration from resilient leaders to navigate unique challenges in military families.
• Promoting Positive Behavior: Encourage positive behaviors by building resilience and turning challenges into growth.
• Mental Wellness: Support children's mental health by fostering emotional resilience and well-being.
• Community Resources
• Networking Opportunity

Door Prizes and Much More!!

 

FACES CONFERENCE CONVERSATIONS

Unlock the power of what happens when the School Family and the Community come together for student success! All captured in our not-to-be-missed videos below.   Just click and enjoy!

Interview of Juan Alderete
Juan Alderete, ESC19 Special Education Director.

 

Dr. Stacie Ordoñez, "De Drop out A Doctora" "She believed she could, so she did"

 

 Claudia Castro, Tornillo ISD Family & Community Liaison. Transform your role as a parent into a powerful partnership with your school. Click and watch our parent liaison video and start your journey today!