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"Positive Discipline has changed my life, my Marriage and my boys for the better! "
- Cindy Estrada

"I was brought up under a heavy hand (and any other readily available implement) and similar traditional methods. It did nothing positive for me other than help make me extremely tough. I didn't want that for my four children and use some, if not all, your techniques when dealing with them. All of them are far stronger personally, socially and will live far better, more relaxed, fulfilling lives than I can even hope to. Keep protecting our children. "
- Aaron Nicholson

"My husband and I have been raising our daughter using Positive Discipline, and it has really contributed to a family climate that feels respectful and loving."
- Veroniek Marshall


What are Positive Discipline
Family Education Centers?

Parents and teachers can drop in or sign up for a series of sessions to experience the following:

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A specific parenting topic each session

Experiential activity
To “get into the child’s world” and practice new skills for encouraging respectful behavior (both child and adult).

Parents /Teachers Helping
Parents/Teachers Problem-Solving Steps An opportunity for a parent or teacher to present a “real” challenge and experience a process of encouragement and solutions. Everyone learns.

The Positive Discipline Philosophy

Positive Discipline (based on the work of Alfred Adler and Rudolf Dreikurs) is for parents and teachers who are looking for skills that do not include punishment or rewards to encourage their children to think for themselves, feel capable, become more responsible, and have a greater respect for themselves and others.

Five Criteria for Positive Discipline

  1. Helps children feel a sense of connection (Belonging and Significance)
  2. Is kind and firm at the same time (Respectful and encouraging)
  3. Is effective long-term (See the following two criteria)
  4. Teaches valuable social and life skills for good character (Respect, concern for others, problem-solving, cooperation)
  5. Invites children to discover how capable they are