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Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE)
Parent Education at VCE has offered educational classes for families in Prince William for over 20 years. We provide five distinct classes. Classes are offered in English and Spanish.
1. Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP) is an inclusive program consisting of seven classes that teach parenting subjects based on the child's age. STEP is taught in three age groups.
Young Children (ages birth - 5), School Age Children (ages 6-12) and STEP Combined ( ages birth -12).
2. The Juvenile Justice Parenting Program (JJPP) is attended by parents and teens.Topics include methods to improve family relationships, teenage behavior, anger managment, effective communication, and who is responsible for the behavior. Parents attend eight classes. Teens attend seven classes.
3. When Families Get Angry is an adult anger management class.Topics include understanding the root cause of anger, identify anger triggers, how to handle positive and negative anger and calming techniques.
Preregistration is available online in English and Spanish. Please finalize registration at our Manassas Office. Registration is not completed until payment is received, and class materials are sign for.
Registration fee is $40.00. Payment is only accepted in cash, check or money order. Payment is not accepted online. Debit and credit cards are not accepted. Return check fees will apply. Registration fee is not refundable. A seat in class is not reserved until payment is made.
Office Location: 8033 Ashton Ave, Suite 105, Manassas VA. 20109
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Phone: 703-792-6288 Se habla Español 703-792-5940
Please contact our office on holidays and during inclement weather for availibilty.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Expand all- Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP)
- Early Childhood - (children ages Birth - 5)
- School-Age - (children ages 6 - 12)
- STEP Combined Class Spanish Only- (children ages Birth - 12)
Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP) is seven classes. Topics are based on the child's age. This course covers effective communication, age-appropriate child behaviors, understanding children's needs, building self-esteem,differentiating between discipline and punishment, parent self-care, and parental empowerment.
Class is one night a week on Zoom. Time 6:50 pm - 9:00 pm. Class completion certificate given.
- Registration Fee $40. Registration fee is not accepted online.
- A seat in class is not reserved until payment is made.
Class Schedule: December /January
Young Children (age birth - 5): All English
- Tuesday, January 7, 2025 - February 18, 2025
School Age ( age 6 to 12) All English
- To be determined!!
STEP (age birth - 12): All Spanish (a seat in class is not reserved until payment is made)
- Wednesday, January 15, 2025 - February 26, 2025 (Class is Full)
- Tuesday, March 18, 2025 - April 29, 2025
- Tuesday, May 13, 2025 - June 24, 2025
PRERegister Online and Complete registration in office.
Para clases en español haga clic aquí
- When Families Get Angry (WFGA)
When Families Get Angry (WFGA)
This three-week comprehensive program provides a thorough understanding of anger management, focusing on identifying root causes and implementing constructive ways to handle anger. Participants are taught techniques for processing anger, improving relationships, recognizing anger triggers, calming techniques, resolving conflicts, expressing emotions effectively, managing intense feelings, and promoting positive communication.
All classes are Virtual on Zoom. One night a week. Starting 6:50 pm - 9:00 pm. Completion certificate is given. A seat in class is not reserved until payment is received.
Class Schedule: December / January /February
When Families Get Angry (WFGA) All English
- Thursday, January 9, 2025 - January 23, 2025
When Families Get Angry (WFGA) All Spanish
- Monday, February 3, 2025 - February 17, 2025
PRERegister Online and Fully register in our office
Para clases en español haga clic aquí
- The Juvenile Justice Parenting Program (JJPP)
Juvenile Justice Parenting Program
This comprehensive program is designed to assist parents and teenagers in finding solutions to improve their family dynamics. The adult class concentrates on understanding difficult behaviors exhibited by teenagers, such as dishonesty, breaking curfew, skipping school, disrespect, moodiness, drug use, and defiance. The teen class focuses on improving family communication, expressing themselves effectively, managing anger, and if applicable meeting court requirements. Topics covered in both parent and teen classes include effective communication, anger management, who owns the problem, and the difference between punishment and discipline. The program is eight weeks for adults and seven weeks for teens. Adults and teenagers attend separate group classes.
Class is one night a week, virtually on Zoom.
- Adult Class: 6:50pm - 9:00pm
- Teen Class: 5:25 - 6:00pm
Completion certificate given. A seat in class is not reserved until payment is made.
Class Schedule: January / March
Juvenile Justice Parenting Program - All English
- Thursday, January 9, 2025 - February 27, 2025
- Wednesday, March 12, 2025 - April 30, 2025
Juvenile Justice Parenting Program - All Spanish
- Wednesday, January 8, 2025 - February 26, 2025
Preregister Online and fully register in office.
Para clases en español haga clic aquí
VCE Parenting Classes are for you if –
- You are court involved
- You want to learn more about the stages of childhood development
- Your teen is demonstrating risky behaviors
- Want to learn new methods to handle anger
- Want to build a strong and happy family
To learn more about our classes click on the link below:
Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP)
Juvenile Justice Parenting Program (JJPP)
When Families Get Angry (WFGA)
To preregister click on the class registration form link below.
Want to make a difference in the community and help strengthen families? Become a Volunteer Parent Educator.
Are you passionate about strengthening families and empowering parents to be their best? Do you want to make a positive impact in your community? Do you enjoy volunteering?
If yes, we invite you to consider volunteering to teach Systematic Training for Effective Parenting classes. Or if teaching is not for you we also need community outreach and office volunteers.
For more information about volunteering please contact Savannah Saenz, Parent Education Volunteer Coordinator, at [email protected].
Information in Spanish/Información en español
En Espanol
Virginia Cooperative Extension - Prince William Unit
Parent Education Program
8033 Ashton Ave. Suite 105
Manassas, VA 20109
Phone: English: 703-792-6288 or Se habla español: 703-792-5940
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 am to 05:00 pm
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) - Prince William Unit at 703-792-6289/6288 during business hours of 08:00 a.m. and 05:00 p.m. Mondays - Fridays to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event.
Virginia Cooperative Extension is a partnership of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and local governments. Its programs and employment are open to all, regardless of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, military status, or any other basis protected by law.
