Free Informational Workshops
Remote workshops that offer helpful insight, tips and strategies for supporting your child's social-emotional development.
Educational Advocacy & Back to School
Join Christine Levy, Founder, CEO, and thought leader of Levy Educational Advocacy, for an engaging and informative presentation designed to empower families as they prepare for the upcoming school year. In this session, Christine will break down practical, real-world strategies for effectively advocating for your child within the special education system, helping you move from uncertainty to clarity and confidence.
Participants will gain insight into proactively approaching the school year, understanding key advocacy entry points, and identifying what meaningful collaboration with a school team looks like. Christine will also provide guidance on organizing information, communicating effectively with school personnel, and ensuring your child’s needs are clearly understood and appropriately supported from day one.
Whether you are new to advocacy or looking to strengthen your existing approach, this presentation will help you start the school year grounded, prepared, and equipped with tools you can immediately use to support your child’s educational journey.
Audience: Caregivers with students in grades K-12
Facilitator: Christine Levy, M. Ed
Date: Thursday, July 16th, 2026
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm ET
Location: GoogleMeet
Registration closes at 9 am July 16th, 2026.
The Power of Play
If you've ever wondered:
● Why does my child play the same games over and over?
● How can play help with anxiety, frustration, or big emotions?
● What does child-led play actually look like?
● How can I use play to strengthen my relationship with my child?
We invite you to join us for The Power of Play, a one-hour parent workshop exploring why play
is one of the most important tools for supporting children's emotional, social, and cognitive
development, presented by Dr. Alex Schira. Dr. Schira is a licensed clinical psychologist and
director of the Child & Family Program at Williamsburg Therapy Group.
Together we'll discuss:
● Why play is essential for healthy development.
● How play helps children process emotions and build resilience.
● What children's play can tell us about their inner world.
● Practical strategies for incorporating meaningful play into everyday family life.
Audience: Caregivers with students in grades K-12
Facilitator: Alex Schira, PsyD
Date: Wednesday, August 5th, 2026
Time: 12:00-1:00 pm ET
Location: GoogleMeet
Registration closes at 9 am August 5th, 2026.
Beyond ABCs: Preparing Your Child to Thrive This School Year
As a new school year approaches, many parents wonder how to best prepare their child for a successful transition. While academics are important, the skills that help children thrive often extend far beyond letters and numbers. Drawing on her experience as a kindergarten teacher and admissions consultant, Caitlin Hasson, Director of Early Childhood and Elementary Programs at Evolved Education Company, will share practical strategies for building the social-emotional, communication, and executive functioning skills that foster confidence, independence, resilience, and a smooth return to the classroom.
Audience: Caregivers with students in grades K-12
Facilitator: Caitlin Hasson, Director of Early Childhood and Elementary Programs at Evolved Education Company
Date: Wednesday, August 12th, 2026
Time: 7:00-8:00 pm ET
Location: GoogleMeet
Registration closes at 9 am August 12th, 2026.