Parent Education Opportunities
INTL ParentEd is a parent education program for our community which offers informative talks and webinars focused on INTL’s programs or parenting practices, behaviors, and tips on raising children in today’s modern world.
Silicon Valley International School is a proud member of Common Ground Speaker Series, a parent education consortium in the Bay Area that presents a slate of cutting-edge events designed to inform, engage, and inspire school communities.
Silicon Valley International School is a proud member of Common Ground Speaker Series, a parent education consortium in the Bay Area that presents a slate of cutting-edge events designed to inform, engage, and inspire school communities.
featured event
INTL ParentEd: The Upstanders Movie Screening
Jan. 10th - 6:30-8:30pm | INTL Cohn Campus
Visit INTL ParentEd on the Resource Board to RSVP.
Please note that we will also have a panel of experts to help answer questions at the end of the film.
The Upstanders explores all sides of bullying, from the brain science to how it plays out from subtle scenarios to full blown bullying. Social media’s power means that bully behavior is now a 24/7 phenomenon, where even changing schools, jobs and phone numbers, or deleting accounts cannot stop the cycle. Covid has increased the incidence of cyber-bullying by 70%. The Upstanders film program shares safe proven strategies and is rooted in character building. It inspires kindness, honesty, respect, empathy, trust and connection.
Weaving together personal stories of kids and their families, as well as educators, brain-scientists and mental health experts, The Upstanders shows the importance of safely modeling empathy and resilience to transform attitudes and action. It breaks down power dynamics and highlights new laws and established programs that are already reducing bullying in schools, the workplace and other communities. It shows that everyone is needed to eradicate bullying, and gives all of us the confidence and tools to become 'Upstanders'.
Running Time: 56 minutes
Visit INTL ParentEd on the Resource Board to RSVP.
Upcoming Events
List of 3 events.
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INTL ParentEd: (Webinar) Parenting in the Digital Era (Session Two)
Join experts from Digital tat2 for two talks on Parenting in the Digital Era: supporting dialogues and strategies for building healthy tech habits.The first talk will be on November 18th and there will then be a second session on the 21st. Please note that the topics are progressive and the sessions will not cover the same content.
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Common Ground Speaker Series: How to Become a Hopeful Skeptic
Silicon Valley International School is a proud member of the Common Ground Speaker Series, that offers informational seminars and talks for parents, faculty, and staff. Registration is free for member schools.Caring, Connection, and Wellbeing:
How to Become a Hopeful Skeptic – Regaining Trust and Empathy in a Cynical World
Featuring Jamil Zaki, PhDWednesday, December 4th @ 7:00-8:15pm
In-Person Event:
Spieker Center, Menlo School, AthertonOur modern lives are filled with contradictions and worrisome trends, and our ability to empathize with and trust people outside our immediate circle seems to be lessening by the day. Luckily there are researchers and thinkers like Dr Jamil Zaki, Stanford professor and author of Hope for Cynics, who studies compassion and kindness - come hear the science and anecdotes behind Dr. Zaki's message that swapping "hopeful skepticism" for destructive cynicism can help us create the world we want to live in.
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INTL ParentEd: Upstanders Film Screening
Join us on Cohn Campus for a special screening of the film The Upstanders. Please note that we will also have a panel of experts to help answer questions at the end of the film.The Upstanders explores all sides of bullying, from the brain science to how it plays out from subtle scenarios to full blown bullying. Social media’s power means that bully behavior is now a 24/7 phenomenon, where even changing schools, jobs and phone numbers, or deleting accounts cannot stop the cycle. Covid has increased the incidence of cyber-bullying by 70%. The Upstanders film program shares safe proven strategies and is rooted in character building. It inspires kindness, honesty, respect, empathy, trust and connection.Weaving together personal stories of kids and their families, as well as educators, brain-scientists and mental health experts, The Upstanders shows the importance of safely modeling empathy and resilience to transform attitudes and action. It breaks down power dynamics and highlights new laws and established programs that are already reducing bullying in schools, the workplace and other communities. It shows that everyone is needed to eradicate bullying, and gives all of us the confidence and tools to become 'Upstanders'.Running Time: 56 minutes
Visit INTL ParentEd on the Resource Board to RSVP.
Past Events
List of 10 news stories.
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INTL ParentEd: Peaceful Playgrounds - INTL's Approach to SEL and Conflict Resolution on the Playground with Jon Molayem and Maryam Shabani
Elementary Assistant Principal, Jon Molayem, and Dean of Students, Maryam Shabani, talked about the tools, strategy, and approach we use to foster prosocial behaviors and resolve conflict.
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INTL ParentEd: Tech, Design, and Computer Science at INTL
Educational Technology Director, Elisabeth Lepert, hosted a webinar about our approach and philosophy in teaching technology, design, and computer science.
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Common Ground Speaker Series at INTL: Civic Engagement - How to Talk About Controversial Issues in Polarized Times
Brian Fong, Program Director for Facing History & Ourselves, hosted an interactive workshop teaching the skills needed to navigate highly-charged topics.We are not always equipped for difficult conversations. We may be able to share our views easily with those who agree with us, but how do we express our opinion while leaving room for someone else’s viewpoint? How do we ensure our discussions are rooted in reliable information and that we treat each other with dignity and respect while discussing potentially contentious topics? Engaging in civil discourse means bringing your mind, heart, and conscience to reflective conversations on topics that matter, in ways that allow you to extend your understanding in dialogue with others. It does not mean prioritizing politeness or comfort over getting to the heart of the matter. -
INTL Parented: English Program Talk with Hannah Mclaughlin
English Academic Dean, Hannah Mclaughlin, hosted a parent education webinar to learn about our approach and philosophy to teaching math in English, some highlights from Science and Social Studies, and insights into English homework. Topics covered will also include differentiation in the English Program classrooms.
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INTL ParentEd: German Program Talk with Claudia Gruber
German Academic Dean, Claudia Gruber, hosted a parent education session discussing our approach and philosophy to teaching math in German, some highlights from Science and Social Studies, and insights into German homework. Topics covered also included differentiation in the German Program classrooms and a dedicated Q&A.
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INTL ParentEd: Chinese Program Talk with Ya-Ching Chang
Chinese Academic Dean, Ya-Ching Chang, hosted an in-person parent education session focused on INTL's approach and philosophy to teaching math in Chinese, some highlights from Science and Social Studies, and insights into Chinese homework. Topics covered also included differentiation in the Chinese Program classrooms and a Q&A.
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Common Ground Speaker Series: The Stress Prescription – Living and Parenting with More Joy and Ease
The Stress Prescription – Living and Parenting with More Joy and Ease
Featuring Dr. Elissa EpelWould you like to better understand the science of stress and how to become more resilient in the face of what often feels like unrelenting challenges, whether as a parent, student, or just as a human? Renowned UCSF professor and clinician Dr. Elissa Epel, the author of The Stress Prescription, and co-author of The Telomere Effect. Come learn about psychological, social, and behavioral processes related to chronic psychological stress and health and how interventions that combine behavioral, psychological, and mindfulness training spoke on the subject. -
INTL ParentEd: French Program Talk with Olivier Monteil
French Academic Dean, Olivier Monteil, presented a parent education session about our approach and philosophy to teaching math in French, some highlights from Science and Social Studies, and insights into French homework. Topics covered included differentiation in the French Program classrooms and a Q&A.
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INTL ParentEd: The Science of Reading at INTL with Hannah Mclaughlin
English Academic Dean, Hannah Mclaughlin, presented a parent education session providing information regarding our approach and philosophy to teaching phonics and reading.
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Common Ground Speaker Series: Learning Mindsets
Learning Mindsets - 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People
Featuring Dr. David Yeager with Dr. Carol Dweck
Everyone - parents, teachers, coaches, bosses - struggling to help youth reach their full potential need to hear (and heed!) Dr. Yeager's evidence-based, practical advice. Yeager's groundbreaking approach to inspiring the next generation challenges us to shift our mindset vis a vis the formative years of 10-25 from fear to understanding. His research will transform the way you think about connecting with the next generation, while making your own life easier!
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