NORWESCAP to present parent seminar on knowing your child

VERNON TOWNSHIP — NORWESCAP (Northwest New Jersey Community Action Program) Child and Family Resource Services is proud to present “Today’s Parent: Learning and Growing Together,” a parent seminar on Sept. 30 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The seminar will be held at Crystal Springs Resorts in Vernon and will include a continental breakfast and lunch. Parents and those who care for children are invited to attend. Speakers Rick Ellis and Arline Oberst will seek to help parents with the challenge of parenting in an entertaining and humorous way. Rick Ellis will pose the question, “How well do you know your child?” Rick Ellis has been involved in the field of early childhood and elementary education for 30 years. He has taught infants through nine years old and has worked in education administration, as a teaching coach, mentor and principal. He is an adjunct faculty member for Bank St. College and a clinical adjunct/professor for Rider University. Arline Oberst is president of “Lifetime Resources for Women, Inc.” specializing in stress management, higher wisdom and inspirational programs, and volunteerism. A professional speaker, author and trainer, she has spoken to thousands of people nationally and internationally. Oberst will share techniques to de-stress a parent’s busy life. The cost of the program is $10.00 and pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, contact NORWESCAP Child and Family Resource Services at 383-3461.