# Event Details - **Event Name**: AI for Parents: Helping Your Kids Thrive in the Age of ChatGPT - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue, 21 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Stop fearing AI—start using it to help your kids excel. A practical 60-min workshop for parents of students ages 10-18.About this EventYOUR KIDS ARE USING AI. DO YOU KNOW HOW?Some are using it to cheat. Others are using it to learn faster and deeper than ever before. Most parents feel lost—unsure whether to embrace or ban these tools.This workshop bridges that gap.After teaching this workshop to parents in February, the #1 feedback was: "I wish I'd known this sooner." Now it's your turn.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN 2 HOURS:✅ The 5 AI tools your kids are actually using (ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Grammarly, Character.AI)✅ How to draw the line between help and cheating using the AI Learning Ladder framework✅ Conversation starters that actually work with teenagers✅ How to create a Family AI Agreement this weekend✅ When to be concerned (red flags every parent should watch for)WHAT YOU'LL LEAVE WITH:📚 5 Comprehensive Handouts:The Parent's Guide to AI Study Tools (visual PDF)50 AI Prompts for Student Success (ready to use)Family AI Agreement Template (fillable)The AI Learning Ladder (1-page reference - stick it on your fridge)Conversation Starters for Parents (proven strategies)💡 Immediate Action Steps: You'll know exactly what to do Monday morning—not "someday when you get around to it."🎯 Confidence: No more feeling lost when your child asks, "Can I use ChatGPT for this assignment?"WHO SHOULD ATTEND:This workshop is designed for parents of students ages 10-18 who want to:Understand AI's role in education (without needing a tech background)Guide their children toward ethical, effective AI useNavigate school policies that are often unclear or inconsistentHave productive conversations instead of lectures or bansPrepare their kids for college and careers where AI literacy mattersNo prior AI knowledge required. If you can use a smartphone, you can understand this workshop.WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING:"This completely changed how I approach AI with my teenager. The AI Learning Ladder is brilliant—so simple but so clarifying."— Sarah M., parent of 9th grader"I thought I'd be overwhelmed by tech jargon. Instead, Mike made it practical and relatable. I used the conversation starters that same night and my daughter actually opened up."— James T., parent of 7th and 10th graders"Finally, someone who gets that we're not trying to be helicopter parents—we just want to guide our kids well. This workshop gave me the tools to do that."— Lisa K., parent of 12-year-old"The handouts alone are worth more than the ticket price. I've already shared them with three other parents."— David R., parent of 8th graderABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:Mike Mondy is a father of two middle schoolers (ages 12 and 11), systems thinker, and AI implementation specialist who's spent hundreds of hours exploring how AI can enhance learning without replacing critical thinking.Mike's approach is practical, not preachy. He's navigating this alongside you—not as someone who has it all figured out, but as a parent who's done the work to understand AI deeply so he can guide his own kids well.This workshop is the result of that work, distilled into 2 hours of actionable insights.WHAT TO BRING:✓ Your questions (we'll have dedicated Q&A time)✓ Optional: Laptop or tablet if you want to follow along with live demos✓ Optional: Notebook for personal notes (though handouts are comprehensive)What NOT to bring: Your child (this workshop is parent-focused)FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:Q: What if I don't know anything about AI?A: Perfect—this workshop is designed for parents at any knowledge level. No tech background required.Q: My child is in elementary school. Is this relevant?A: The workshop focuses on ages 10-18, but the framework applies to younger kids too. You'll just need more supervision with younger children.Q: Will you teach us how to use ChatGPT ourselves?A: Yes—there will be live demos so you can see exactly what your kids see.Q: What if my child's school has banned AI?A: We'll discuss how to navigate school policies while still teaching AI literacy at home. The skills matter regardless of what schools allow.Q: Is this just about preventing cheating?A: No—it's about helping kids use AI as a learning tool. Prevention is one piece, but empowerment is the goal.Q: Can I bring my spouse/partner?A: Absolutely! Price is per person, but we highly encourage both parents to attend if possible for aligned messaging at home.Q: What if I can't make this date?A: Join the waitlist or email Mike directly to be notified of future sessions.READY TO STOP GUESSING AND START GUIDING?Don't wait until your child is caught cheating or falls behind their peers. Learn how to guide them now.Register below to secure your spot.Questions? Email Mike at aiworkflowengineer@gmail.com or text 301-388-8082. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/720c1d10-2d0c-11f1-ae8b-4112d0299dd3-rimg-w1200-h675-dc18111a-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbia/ai-for-parents-helping-your-kids-thrive-in-the-age-of-chatgpt/100001986220751736 - **Event Categories**: kids, workshops - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 25, max: 25, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Columbia - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: 8825 Stanford Blvd suite 300 - **lat**: 39.1891212 - **long**: -76.8184642 - **full address**: 8825 Stanford Blvd suite 300, 8825 Stanford Boulevard, Columbia, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: AI for Parents: Helping Your Kids Thrive in the Age of ChatGPT - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/1da1b0c766be5964f22e1f349e35cdb8c5a23e5c33bf236fb9b872210fe92e78-rimg-w688-h409-dc060a25-gmir.jpg?v=1774966709 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is AI for Parents: Helping Your Kids Thrive in the Age of ChatGPT being held? - **A:** AI for Parents: Helping Your Kids Thrive in the Age of ChatGPT takes place on Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 21 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 8825 Stanford Blvd suite 300, 8825 Stanford Boulevard, Columbia, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for AI for Parents: Helping Your Kids Thrive in the Age of ChatGPT? - **A:** Tickets for AI for Parents: Helping Your Kids Thrive in the Age of ChatGPT are priced at USD 25 per person. 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