P.O.W.E.R. Parenting

MISD seeks to collaborate with and support parents in their important role. The P.O.W.E.R. Parenting Program is designed to serve parents with children of all ages. Join us to explore strategies to effectively communicate, understand developmental issues, provide positive discipline, and relate to your child in a more affirming manner.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook @misdparenting for helpful tools and resources. See the slides below to learn more:

A Student's Voice

Sometimes a student has the best insight that we need to hear. One of our 8th graders wrote the following wise words.

"10 Things I've Been Meaning to Say to My Parents" (Shared by permission)

1. I want to say that kids aren't as helpless as you think, we are capable of many things, but that doesn't mean we don't need you to guide us.

2. I want to say that kids who have gotten the love of parents want to say thank you.

3. I want to say that your kids need you to show love and support [to] them.

4. I want to say that kids need your guidance.

5. I want to say no matter how much we hate you scolding us we know we need it.

6. I want to say that kids want to hear words like, " I am proud of you" and "mistakes happen."

7. I want to say that kids trust you and know what you're doing for us is in out best interests.

8. Kids want you to say "I understand what you are going through and I want to help you."

9. Kids want you to be with them when they are stressed and angry.

10. Kids want you to be there when they are sad and say "it is okay to cry."

MISD Talks

We also have developed a course specifically on substance use prevention which can be accessed here:

www.tinyurl.com/misdtalks

This self-guided course is designed to help you become more educated about substance use facts and trends. You’ll be empowered to start meaningful conversations with your child about healthy coping strategies and ways to resist peer influences. You’ll also learn about local resources and tools to get support and treatment if needed. The course can be accessed on-demand from the privacy of your home.

Thank you so much for taking our course!