Grossmont College FAKCE

🏀 We Are Built to Bounce – Resilience Series
Caregiving requires resilience. This powerful training introduces the five pillars of resilience and helps caregivers build emotional strength, self‑awareness, and healthier responses to daily challenges.

📅 Thursday, July 23, 2026 | 3:00–6:00 PM (Online)
🔗 Register here:
https://fakce.org/events/online-know-your-mind-self-awareness-strengthening-families-mental-resilience-series-2026-07-23/

🤝 July 2026 Support Groups
Did you know:
Our support group classes are open to all Resource Parents and include a two hour training! Check out the offerings for July and August!

📅 Online & In‑Person | July 2026
🔗 View and register here:
https://fakce.org/support-groups/

💙 Join us for our July Adoption Classes!
Whether you’re just beginning or continuing your adoption journey, these required specialty classes provide essential education and meaningful insight. July offerings include Kinship Adoption, Adoption After Infertility, Adult Adoptee Panels, and Spanish‑language classes to meet families where they are.

📅 Multiple dates in July 2026
🔗 Register here:
https://fakce.org/classes/adoption-classes/

🌎 Clase en Español: El Impacto del Trauma en el Desarrollo Infantil
Esta clase ayuda a los cuidadores a comprender cómo el trauma afecta el desarrollo infantil y brinda estrategias prácticas de crianza informada sobre el trauma para promover la sanación y la resiliencia en el hogar.

📅 Miércoles, 28 de julio de 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM (En línea)

🔗 Regístrese aquí:
https://fakce.org/events/el-impacto-del-trauma-en-el-desarrollo-infantil-impact-of-trauma-on-child-development-2026-07-28/

🧠 Brainstorm: The Adolescent Brain – Part 1

The teen years can be challenging — but understanding how the adolescent brain works can transform relationships. This interactive training helps caregivers build empathy, connection, and effective responses.

📅 Tuesday, July 28, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM (Online)
🔗 Register here:
https://fakce.org/events/online-brainstorm-the-adolescent-brain-part-1-2026-07-28/

🍃 Dynamics of Substance Abuse (Kinship Series)

Parental substance use affects the entire family system. This class explores how substance abuse impacts children’s development, family dynamics, and expectations when children enter care.

📅 Thursday, July 9, 2026 | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM (Online)
🔗 Register here:
https://fakce.org/events/online-dynamics-of-substance-abuse-2026-07-09/

🚨 Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC)

Foster care is a known pipeline for CSEC. This important training raises awareness, helps caregivers recognize warning signs, and builds understanding of how exploitation impacts children involved in the child welfare system.

📅 Wednesday, July 15, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM (Online)
🔗 Register here: https://fakce.org/events/online-commercial-sexual-exploitation-of-children-csec-2026-07-15/

🎓 Special Education 101 – Know Your Rights
Navigating special education can feel overwhelming. This class breaks down IDEA, IEPs, evaluations, eligibility, and parent rights so caregivers feel confident and prepared to advocate for students with disabilities.

Two opportunities to attend:
📅 Thursday, July 16, 2026 | 9:30 AM–11:30 AM
🔗 Register here:
https://fakce.org/events/online-special-education-101-2026-07-16/
OR
📅 Tuesday, July 21, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
🔗 Register here:
https://fakce.org/events/online-special-education-101-2026-07-21/

🔧 Nuts and Bolts for Resource Parents
This is a must‑attend class for new and experienced resource parents alike. Learn the essential skills every caregiver needs, including supervision, discipline, and day‑to‑day parenting strategies that support stability and success in your home.

📅 Wednesday, July 15, 2026 | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM (Online)

🔗 Register here:
https://fakce.org/events/online-nuts-and-bolts-for-resource-parents-2026-07-15/

🧠 Supporting Brain Development in Traumatized Children
Trauma can interrupt healthy brain development, but informed caregivers can play a powerful role in healing. This online class explores how trauma affects the brain and provides practical strategies to support children’s overall well‑being, growth, and long‑term success.

📅 Monday, July 13, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM (Online)
🔗 Register here:
https://fakce.org/events/online-supporting-brain-development-in-traumatized-children-2026-07-13/