La Cañada Presbyterian Church’s Parent Education Program announced a new program coming this fall … Parent Express for Parents of Tweens (fifth through eighth graders). This class, taught by seasoned instructor Paige Dunbar, will provide a month-long opportunity for parents who cannot attend daytime classes to participate in parent ed. Tween classes feature large and small group discussion relating to pre-adolescent issues such as peer relationships, family communication, puberty and school adjustments. Discussion topics will include, “The Tween Brain and Physical Development,” “Creating a Sense of Belonging at Home and School” and “How to Effectively Maintain Boundaries,” to name a few. Classes will run on Oct. 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at LCPC and the rate is $80 for the four-week session.

Registration is now open for Parent Express and all of Parent Ed’s 2017-18 class offerings. Entering its 39th year, Parent Ed offers 15 classes for parents of children 0-18 that provide education, friendship, and sustenance. Classes meet weekly September through May and attract approximately 400 participants from 22 different cities. Classes fill up fast. Visit www.lacanadapc.org/parented for class listings, staff bios and online registration.

Scholarships and payment plans are available online. Affordable childcare is offered during all class times.

La Cañada Presbyterian Church is located at 626 Foothill Blvd. in La Cañada.

Submitted by Katie ENNEY