In support
Posted January 15th, 2010 by PTANews
In response to the crises in Haiti, The Parenting Center is planning an evening gathering to support Haitian families who are affected by or concerned about the earthquake.
Our plan is to invite elementary and middle school Haitian families to Clinton School on Thursday, January 21, from 6:00–7:30pm. Parents and students are invited, as well as high school student mentors who are interested in working with the elementary students.
– We will first have a buffet dinner – pasta, chicken, salad, etc.
– Students and parents will then divide into separate groups in separate areas (lunchroom and gym)
– Maudjah Frances, a past intern and licensed counselor who was born in Haiti and now lives in South Orange, will lead the adult gathering. The goal is to support parents, share experiences and concerns, and provide information on helping children cope with this crises.
– The elementary and middle school students will meet in a group with their high school “buddies”. The group will be led by our building social workers. The goal of this group is to support the elementary and middle school students and discuss any concerns or issues they might have.
We will be sending a flyer home and social work interns will call specific families to invite them to this event. We welcome your feedback; please let us know how we can best reach out to the families at your school and we welcome ideas, suggestions and support.
We welcome your participation and contributions. Karen Hilton has agreed to coordinate the dinner, so, if you’d like to participate, please e-mail her at karenhilton{at}optonline.net Or you can contact Karen Weiland kweiland@somd.k12.nj.us or 973-762-5600 X1850.






