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Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP) is taught nationally to parents of children of all ages. It emphasizes improving communication skills, understanding children's behavior, and discipline that makes sense, among other topics. The Parents Handbook by Dinkmeyer & McKay is the book required for the class. The book can be purchased over the Internet by going into STEPpublishers.com or you may call and order book at 1-800-720-1286. At Chamberlain High School, the book can be purchased for $14.90 the first night of class or Monday through Thursday, from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. At Brandon High School, the book can be purchased for $14.90 in the school office the first night of class or Monday through Thursday from 1:00 – 9:00 p.m. The registration fee payable at the door on the first day/evening of class will be $36. There is no reduction in fees or fee waivers.
Listed below is the schedule of STEP classes. If you know of someone who wishes to attend a parenting class, please have them go to the class desired a little early on the date of the first session. Registration is at the class location. For more information, you may call 272-5900. To register for classes in Spanish and/or more information about the Spanish program, please call Sonia Armand, Hispanic Services Council, 813-936-7700.
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