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Parenting Workshops 2025

Strengthening the School–Parent Partnership

Laxman Public School hosted a series of four insightful Parenting Workshops in September 2025, designed to strengthen the partnership between home and school. The sessions aimed to equip parents with practical strategies to nurture confident, empathetic and emotionally resilient children across various age groups.

The workshops were conducted under the visionary leadership of Principal Ms. Seema Bharti Mishra, whose steadfast guidance and commitment to collaborative parenting were central to the success of these initiatives. She emphasized that a nurturing and empowering partnership between school and parents is essential for children’s holistic development, inspiring parents to actively engage in their children’s growth.

The sessions were expertly facilitated by Ms. Dimple Vij, School Counsellor, whose experience, interactive approachand empathetic facilitation ensured meaningful dialogue and practical learning for all participants.

Topic: Parenting that Empowers – Nurturing Young Minds with Care

  • 16th September – Parents of Classes Nursery to II
  • 17th September – Parents of Classes III to V

Objectives:

  • Understand the developmental needs of early and middle primary children.
  • Explore strategies to nurture confidence, empathy and resilience.
  • Strengthen communication and trust in the parent–child relationship.
  • Address common challenges such as screen time, peer influence and emotional regulation with constructive solutions.

Session Highlights:

  1. Mindful Parenting Techniques: Practical methods for staying present and responsive to children’s needs, emphasizing active listening and positive reinforcement.
  2. Balancing Discipline and Freedom: Guidance on setting age-appropriate boundaries while encouraging independence and decision-making.
  3. Interactive Activities: Reflection exercises and small group discussions to share experiences, challenges and solutions.
  4. Holistic Child Development: Insights on promoting healthy routines, emotional well-being and responsible technology use.

Key Takeaways for Parents:

  • Empathy & Connection: Building trust and understanding is foundational to strong parent–child relationships.
  • Positive Discipline: Consistent rules combined with warmth foster responsibility and self-control.
  • Healthy Technology Use: Modelling balanced screen habits supports mental and physical well-being.
  • Encouraging Independence: Allowing children to make simple choices boosts confidence and decision-making skills.

Topic: Mindful Parenting – Turning Challenges into Opportunities

  • 20th September – Parents of Classes VI to VIII
  • 22nd September – Parents of Classes IX to XII

Objectives:

  • Practice mindful awareness to respond rather than react to children’s behaviour.
  • Understand emotional and cognitive changes during pre-teen and teen years.
  • Transform challenges such as academic pressure, peer influence and digital distractions into growth opportunities.
  • Build stronger parent–child connections through compassionate communication.

Session Highlights:

  1. Understanding Mindful Parenting: Exploring how mindfulness positively influences parenting decisions and family harmony.
  2. Pause & Respond Strategy: Learning the ‘Pause–Breathe–Reflect–Respond’ approach to handle tense situations calmly.
  3. Balancing Boundaries and Freedom: Guidance on setting fair limits while allowing teens independence.
  4. Open Dialogue: Group discussions encouraged parents to share personal experiences and perspectives.

Key Takeaways for Parents:

  • Presence Over Perfection: Children value attention and understanding more than flawless solutions.
  • Respond, Don’t React: Pausing before responding helps defuse conflicts and teaches emotional regulation.
  • Modelling Mindfulness: Parents practicing calm and gratitude inspire similar qualities in their children.
  • Opportunity in Challenge: Difficult moments become lessons in resilience and trust.

Conclusion

The Parenting Workshops 2025 at Laxman Public School successfully brought together parents, educators and facilitators in a spirit of collaboration and learning. Across the four sessions, parents engaged deeply with strategies that emphasised empathy, mindful awareness and constructive communication—tools essential for nurturing confident and resilient children in today’s dynamic world. Guided by the leadership of Principal Ms. Seema Bharti Mishra and the expertise of School Counsellor Ms. Dimple Vij, the workshops created a meaningful platform to address shared challenges and celebrate collective solutions. By fostering stronger school–parent partnerships, these initiatives reaffirmed the belief that children thrive best when families and schools work hand in hand to guide their holistic growth and well-being.