Springfield PAC to offer behavior workshops for parents, educators

Date: 3/15/2010

SPRINGFIELD - The Springfield Parent Advisory Council to Special Education (PAC) is excited to bring a three-part workshop on behavior to our families. These workshops are being designed and presented by William Limero and Mary Cole, behavioral specialist from the Springfield Public Schools.

This three-part workshop will take place on the first Tuesday in April, May and June from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Shriners Hospital, 516 Carew St.

The topic breakdown for this series is as follows:

April 6: What are behaviors?

May 4: How to manage challenging behaviors

June 1: How to maintain the positive behaviors

These meetings are open to the public and free of charge. Teachers, school staff and other interested parties are welcome to attend; however, registration is suggested to ensure you receive any hand-outs.

You can reach PAC by leaving a message at 787-7194 or by e-mailing purchased@sps.springfield.ma.us or springfieldpa@rocketmail.com.