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Parenting this Generation with Confidence
- Monday 24 February
- 7:00pm - 8:15pm
- Barker College
In a century of increased parenting uncertainty, we seek to understand the historical and social context, and how parents can reclaim confidence.
The Confident Parent Course
- Monday 10 March
- 7:00 - 8:40 pm
- The Piazza, Kurrajong Building, Barker College Junior School
A chance to grow, discuss and connect around parenthood.
Year 7 Study Habits – An interactive seminar for parents and Year 7 students to attend together
- Tuesday 29 April 2025
- 6:30 - 7:45 pm
- Leslie Hall
Year 7 is an opportunity to develop effective study and learning habits. The Barker Institute will be hosting a workshop bringing parents and students together, that they may be on the same page and pursue study success as a team, using the best available information as a guide.
Avoiding and breaking free from tech-enabled addiction
- Monday 23 June
- 7:00pm - 8:15pm
- Barker College
Two experts in the psychology of tech-enabled addiction share strategies with parents around teen behaviours concerning online gambling, social media, and gaming.