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1-877-APD-TIPS (1-877-273-8477) - Abington Police Anonymous Tip Line. 9-1-1 for ALL emergencies.

1-800-773-2424 - 24-Hour Hotline for victims of abuse and related issues

1-800-4-A-CHILD if you suspect a child is being abused or neglected

Parenting Programs

Of Special Note

jkidphilly Mommy Playdates
FridaY, May 31, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Held at Congregation Adath Jeshurum, 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park
Grown-ups join each other for glazing hallah plates and/or baking hallah.
Have fun with other jkid moms while discussing the importance of bringing Jewish rituals into your home.
Cost: $18 pre-paid; $20 at the door.
Preregistration required
Information: Amy at 215.320.0367 or visit http://www.tfaforms.com/281652 to register.

Open House at Abington Friends School
Next Open House TBA
Visit classes and see students and faculty in action
Learn about academic, arts, and athletic programs
Hear from current students
In a culture of intellectual and creative ambition, we expect our students to do great things. And they do. From our 3-year-old program through 12th grade, teachers at AFS are grounded in a commitment to appreciating children and young adults for who they are, with a vision for who they may become and the expertise to help them get there.
Explore why powerful student-teacher relationships set us apart and why our students love coming to school every day.
575 Washington Lane, Jenkintown
Registration & Information: 215.886.4350 or online at www.abingtonfriends.net

Cyber-Bullying Resources
The following websites may provide helpful resource information:
www.cyberbullyingl.org
www.stopcyberbullying.org
www.ncpc.org/cyberbullying
www.missingkids.com

If your child is a victim of cyber-bullying:
1. Obtain the evidence: make a copy of any online text/photos; ask your phone carrier to save texts beyond the normal 30 days.
2. Notify police and/or your child's school administration
Parent & Teen Presentations

Especially for Parents & Teens

Parenting Programs (in chronological order)

Infant Message
Thursdays, May 23, June 13; 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Held at Giant Super Food Store Community Center, 315 York Road, Willow Grove
Information & Registration: Abington Memorial Hospital’s Childbirth Education Department at 215-481-6800

New Mom Support Group
Thursdays, May 30: June 6, 27; July 11, 25, August 8; 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Held at Giant Super Food Store Community Center, 315 York Road, Willow Grove
Information & Registration: Abington Memorial Hospital’s Childbirth Education Department at 215-481-6800

Baby Steps
For parents or caregivers and babies age 6 – 18 months
Thursdays, May 30, June 6 or 27, July 11 or 25, August 8; 12:00 noon- 1:30 p.m.
Held at Giant Super Food Store Community Center, 315 York Road, Willow Grove
As your children transition from infancy, the parenting issues that you face change. Baby Steps is a place with a safe, inviting, and relaxed atmosphere where you can meet with other parents, build relationships, and find answers to your parenting questions.. Your little ones can play in the same room and make new friends while you gain valuable support and learn helpful tips about raising your young children from other parents and from the caring, knowledgeable Parenting Educators.
Free with $45 membership to The Center for Parenting Education
Pre-registration NOT required.
Information: 215-657-5720 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Standardized Tests – Facts and Fiction

For parents and educators

Presentation and discussion led by co-authors Dr. Phillip Harris and Mrs. Joan Harris of the book, The Myths of Standardized Tests: Why they don’t tell you what you think they do.

Thursday, June 27, 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Held in the Shorday Room, Abington Free Library, 1030 Old York Road, Abington

Registration & Information: l 215-885-5180 ext. 13 stop by the Information Desk, or visit http://abingtonfreelibrary.org.

Discipline: Difficult, Draining and Do-able
For parents of children 3 years through adolescence.
Wednesday, July 10, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Held at Giant Super Food Store, Community Center, 315 York Road, Willow Grove
Learn disciplining techniques that allow you to remain calm and confident even when you must stop children from unacceptable behaviors. Learn about the parenting style that uses discipline approaches that maintain your children’s self-esteem and a healthy relationship between you and your children. Acquire skills in rule making, handling protests, and learning alternatives to punishment.
Cost: $15 for members, $7.50 for 2^nd person; $20 for non-members, $10 for 2^nd person
Sponsored by the Center for Parenting Education
Information & Registration: 215-657-5720, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Online Workshop: Using Rules for Discipline that Works
Wednesday, July 17, 9:00–10:30 p.m. EST
Join this workshop held in a virtual meeting room while you remain in the comfort of your own home
It is possible to maintain a positive connection with your children and build their self-esteem even as you discipline them. Learn the benefits of having rules within your household and how they can encourage responsibility in your children. Rules are an important way of creating structure, imparting values, and setting standards for behavior. Also learn what you can do if rules are broken so that you can handle the inevitable discipline challenges that arise.
Includes lively discussion and presentations as well as interactive exercises. You will have the opportunity to share with other parents your stories and issues related to using rules.
Cost: Free
Information & Registration: 215-657-5720 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Welcome to Parenthood
For parents and their babies
Friday, July 19, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Held at Giant Super Food Store Community Center, 315 York Road, Willow Grove
Come for brunch and meet other parents; discuss this new stage of your life.
The beginning of this journey is a precious period in your life that deserves your attention. Make time for you and your baby by attending this group. Get the support to make the transition into parenthood as smooth as possible, learn the skills to increase your confidence and make connections with other new parents.
Cost: $25 per person; $40 per couple
Information: 215-657-5720 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Turning Down the Heat in Your Home: How to Keep from Boiling Over with Anger
For parents of children of all ages.
Wednesday, July 24, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Held at Giant Super Food Store, Community Center, 315 York Road, Willow Grove
Anger is a frightening and yet inevitable emotion experienced by both parent and child. Learn how to handle anger in healthy ways that preserve your child’s and your self-esteem and that maintain and build a positive relationship between you as you are confronted with the challenges of parenting.
Cost: $15 for members, $7.50 for 2^nd person; $20 for non-members, $10 for 2^nd person
Sponsored by the Center for Parenting Education
Information & Registration: 215-657-5720, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .