Evening virtual gatherings for parents of school-aged kids

In the Münster government district, a series of digital parent evenings have been initiated to provide valuable knowledge and resources for parents. These events, which have been available since the last school year, are organised by the school psychological counseling centers of each district and independent city within the region.

Dr. Petra Kortas-Hartmann reports on these parent evenings, which aim to offer information and support on topics such as learning motivation, homework difficulties, and managing personal smartphones in the context of school. Each online appointment focuses on a specific topic complex, sometimes differentiated by age and gender.

These digitally offered parent evenings are free of charge and open to all parents in the entire government district. Registrations can be made via the respective school psychological counseling center that organises the event.

The parent evenings have proven to be well-attended, with some sessions attracting more than 100 participants. The initiative for these cross-regional cooperations was taken by the Münster government district, with the goal of reaching a larger target group.

The school psychological counseling centers participating in the online parent evenings provide confidential and free support to students, parents, teachers, and school staff. A list of these offices can be found on the Bezirksregierung Münster website under school psychology.

By offering the parent evenings digitally, these counseling centers aim to make valuable resources more accessible to parents, regardless of their location within the government district. The upcoming topics and dates for the parent evenings are available on the respective school psychological counseling center's website.

These digital parent evenings are a valuable resource for parents seeking guidance and support in navigating the challenges of modern education. Whether it's learning motivation, homework difficulties, or managing personal smartphones, the parent evenings offer a wealth of information and practical tips for guardians.