Parent Connect: Back-to-School Tips for a Smooth Transition

The back-to-school season can be exciting—but also overwhelming. Join Sierra Wright, Community Prevention Manager, and Tim Kruse, Community Prevention Coordinator, for an engaging Parent Connect session packed with practical strategies to help you and your family start the school year strong.

They’ll cover:
✅ Tips to ease the transition back to routines
✅ Strategies for building positive relationships with your child's school team
✅ Self-care reminders to help you stay grounded during the busy months ahead

Whether your child is starting a new grade, adjusting to a new school, or just needs extra support, this session offers tools and insights to help you feel more confident and connected.

Parent Connect is free and open to any parent or caregiver living in Johnson County. This series brings together parenting and community experts to offer real-world advice and helpful resources.

📌 Zoom link provided upon registration.

You may also like the following events from Johnson County Mental Health Center:

• This Thursday, 21st August, 08:30 am, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) in Olathe
• This Thursday, 21st August, 06:00 pm, Prevention & Recovery Coalition Meeting: Free Naloxone Training in Olathe
• Next Thursday, 28th August, 03:00 pm, Johnson County Suicide Prevention Coalition Monthly Meeting in Olathe