North Seattle Cooperative Preschools

Virtual Lecture with Betty Peralta | Staying Connected in Conflict During COVID
2020-04-21 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
Plan to join families in our community at the online “Staying Connected in Conflict During COVID” lecture with Betty Peralta on Tuesday, April 21, 7-9 p.m.
Connecting in conflict tools protect you from power struggles and turn you into an ally for problem solving, while helping children deal with trauma & stress, and building their abilities to self-calm. Much needed skills during these trying times!
This lecture is *free* and is a benefit to support the North Seattle College Parent Cooperative Preschools’ Parent Advisory Council’s COVID-19 Relief Fund.
Suggested donation is $50-100 and any amount is welcomed!

Cancelled - Spring Free Lecture with Tom Hobson | Speaking With Children So They Can Think
2020-04-06 20:00 - 22:00 | Faith Lutheran Church, Social Hall, 8208 18th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
This event is cancelled due to the local spread of COVID-19

The Parent Advisory Council will host a free winter lecture featuring Tom “Teacher Tom,” a preschool teacher, writer, speaker, artist, and author, about Speaking With Children So They Can Think.
In a very real sense, the language we use creates reality. Tom speaks on how the specific words we use,
and how and when we use them, shapes reality for our students for both good and bad. Participants will have
the opportunity to learn about the importance of: being clear and precise with language; honoring children
without commanding or bossing them; using words to create a world of facts and intrinsic motivation; creating
space in which children must do their own thinking and make their own decisions; and supporting children as
they learn from the natural consequences of their behaviors.
Tom is best known, however, for his namesake blog “Teacher Tom’s Blog,” where he has posted daily for nearly a decade, chronicling the life and times of his little preschool in the rain soaked Pacific Northwest corner of the US. For nearly two decades Teacher Tom was the sole employee of the Woodland Park Cooperative School. Tom travels around the world (Greece, Iceland, Australia, China, Vietnam, New Zealand, Canada, UK, and across the US) sharing his views on early childhood education, play, and pedagogy. He recently authored his first book, aptly named “Teacher Tom’s First Book”. His second book will be released in March.
Come hungry with cash! Yummy savory and sweet goods will be available for purchase with proceeds supporting scholarships for the North Seattle College Cooperative Preschools!

Parent Advisory Council Meeting April 6
2020-04-06 10:30 - 12:30 | WA, United States
Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Representatives from our more than 40 classes attend monthly meetings.
This meeting will be held virtually via Zoom. Please contact PAC for more details.

Parent Advisory Council Meeting March 9
2020-03-09 10:30 - 12:30 | Faith Lutheran Church, 8208 18th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Representatives from our more than 40 classes attend monthly meetings.

Special Lecture with Tom "Teacher Tom" Hobson | The Importance of Risky Play
2020-02-10 19:00 - 20:00 | University-Ravenna Cooperative Preschool, 5751 33rd Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98105, United States
Join the University-Ravenna Cooperative Preschool for a special lecture by Tom “Teacher Tom” Hobson, renowned preschool educator and author, on The Importance of Risky Play.

Children need to engage in risky play. Indeed, it’s impossible to talk about play without also talking about risk, and it is impossible to talk about being a parent without considering our obligation to keep children safe. Tom discusses how we can walk the fine line required to balance these often competing imperatives.

$5 suggested donation supports the North Seattle College Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Scholarship Fund.

Parent Advisory Council Meeting Feb. 10
2020-02-10 09:30 - 11:30 | Faith Lutheran Church, 8208 18th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States

University-Ravenna Open House | Feb. 9
2020-02-09 14:00 - 16:00 | University-Ravenna Cooperative Preschool, 5751 33rd Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98105, United States
Meet our teachers, and learn more about our Pre-3s Class and our 3-5s Class. Talk with currently enrolled parents to hear about their co-op experience. Tour our spacious classroom, and stay to play! We’ll have snacks and activities for kids.

Latona Open House | Feb. 8
2020-02-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Latona Cooperative Preschool, 9600 College Way N, Instructional Building, Room 1304, Seattle, 98103, United States

Sandhurst Open House | Feb. 8
2020-02-08 09:30 - 11:30 | Sandhurst Cooperative Preschool, 4710 NE 70th St, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States

Crown Hill Open House | Feb. 5
2020-02-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Crown Hill Explorers Cooperative Preschool, 2400 NW 85th St, Seattle, WA, 98117, United States

Preschool Registration Carnival | Feb. 1, 2020
2020-02-01 09:30 - 11:30 | North Seattle College, College Center Building Cafeteria, 9600 College Way N., Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Free! Kid-friendly! Free parking!
Join parents, teachers and parent educators to find out more about cooperative preschool.
Have fun with co-op teacher sing-a-longs, bake sale goodies, carnival games, face painting, and more!
This fair will provide information, opportunities to register and celebrate cooperative preschools. Come check us out!

Winter Free Lecture with Beth Goss | Reclaiming Your Relationship
2020-01-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Faith Lutheran Church, Social Hall, 8208 18th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
The Parent Advisory Council will host a free winter lecture featuring Beth Goss, a certified Gottman Educator and Training Specialist about Reclaiming Your Relationship.
Even the strongest relationships are strained during the early years of parenting. Learn how to attain relationship satisfaction by strengthening your friendship and improving your communication after you’ve become parents.
Discuss strategies for making intimacy a priority within your relationship.
Beth is a Certified Gottman Educator and Training Specialist for the Bringing Baby Home program. She is also full-time faculty at North Seattle College where she teaches parent education classes to families raising children birth-5 years. In addition, Beth is a certified childbirth educator and postpartum educator. She is married and mom to two semi-adults.
Come hungry with cash! Yummy savory and sweet goods will be available for purchase with proceeds supporting scholarships for the North Seattle College Cooperative Preschools!

Latona Open House | Jan. 29
2020-01-29 17:30 - 19:00 | Latona Cooperative Preschool, 9600 College Way N, Instructional Building, Room 1304, Seattle, 98103, United States

Parent Advisory Council Meeting Jan. 27
2020-01-27 09:30 - 11:30 | Faith Lutheran Church, 8208 18th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
New Date – Monday, Jan. 27
Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Representatives from our more than 40 classes attend monthly meetings.

Loyal Heights Open House | Jan. 25
2020-01-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Loyal Heights Cooperative Preschool, 7706 25th Ave NW, Seattle, WA, 98117, United States

Victory Heights Open House | Jan. 25
2020-01-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Victory Heights Cooperative Preschool, 1747 NE 106th St., Seattle, WA, 98125, United States

Crown Hill Open House | Jan. 25
2020-01-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Crown Hill Explorers Cooperative Preschool, 2400 NW 85th St, Seattle, WA, 98117, United States

Wedgwood Open House 1/25
2020-01-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Wedgwood Cooperative Preschool, 8208 18th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Wedgewood Co-op Open House, 10 – 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 25
Get ready for the 2020-2021 preschool year!
We have special family activities planned
Meet our teachers!
Play in the classroom!
Learn about co-op!
Find out about registration!
Come join us at the Wedgwood Cooperative Preschool for weekly fun and play! We offer preschool programs for children 1 – 5; if your little one will be 1 by Aug. 31, we have a spot for you! Learn about Toddler, Pre-3, and 3-5 classes! Come play with us!

Meadowbrook Open House | Jan. 15
2020-01-15 17:30 - 19:00 | Meadowbrook Cooperative Preschool, 1933 NE 125th Street, Seattle, WA, 98125, United States
Come learn about our Pre 3s and 3-5 classes, see our preschool space and meet our beloved Teacher Karen!

Woodland Park Open House | Jan. 11
2020-01-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Woodland Park Cooperative Preschool, 717 N 36th Street, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
We think co-op schools are the way to go! They are run by parents, they are more affordable, they build community and at Woodland Park Cooperative School, we bring together a diverse array of families who all value free play, getting our hands covered in paint, playing outside everyday, eating fresh veggies off the vine and using real tools. We encourage kids to explore and express themselves freely. Problem solving, independence and creative thinking are all apart of a day’s “work” here. Teachers and parents will be at the open house to answer questions about our Preschool’s 2’s, 3’s and 4’s classes and Kindergarten class. We are located in Seattle in the heart of Fremont and are excited for the 2020-2021 school year! Visit us at our All School Open House to see if our school is a good fit for your family. Children are welcome! No need to RSVP.

Parent Advisory Council Meeting Dec. 9
2019-12-09 09:30 - 11:30 | Faith Lutheran Church, 8208 18th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States

Winter Quarter Scholarship Deadline Dec. 6
2019-12-06 | WA
The Parent Advisory Council is committed to making the cooperative preschool experience available to those not otherwise able to afford it. To apply for a scholarship, contact your preschool Treasurer when registration is complete. Treasurers keep scholarship requests confidential and can provide the scholarship application form and information.

Free Fall Lecture Monday, Nov. 18
2019-11-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Crown Hill Explorers Cooperative Preschool, 2400 NW 85th St, Seattle, WA, 98117, United States
The Parent Advisory Council’s Fall lecture will feature Aidan Key, founder of Gender Diversity, an organization dedicated to providing educational services with respect and inclusion of transgender and gender-diverse children.
Increased familiarity with terminology and concepts related to transgender and gender nonconforming students of all ages. A clarifying delineation between gender idenity and gender expression as it relates to and is distinctive from biological sex and sexual orientation. Increased confidence and tools for having age-appropriate conversations about gender diversity with students of all ages, and ability to knowledgeably discuss the topic of gender diversity with all parents and interested parties within the school community. Comprehension of legal and logistical responsibilities of schools and how to implement them with the greatest eas.
Come hungry with cash! Yummy savory and sweet goods will be available for purchase with proceeds supporting scholarships for the North Seattle College Cooperative Preschools!

Parent Advisory Council Meeting Nov. 4
2019-11-04 09:30 - 11:30 | Faith Lutheran Church, 8208 18th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States

Registration Training for Parent Coordinators Nov. 2
2019-11-02 10:00 - 12:00 | North Seattle College, North Star Dining Room, 9600 College Way N, Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Parent Advisory Council’s Registration Committee will host a special training session for class Parent Coordinators from 9-11 a.m. Nov. 2 in the North Star Dining Room on the North Seattle College campus.

Meadowbrook Open House 10/4
2019-10-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Meadowbrook Cooperative Preschool, 1933 NE 125th Street, Seattle, WA, 98125, United States
Meadowbrook Co-op Open House, noon – 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4
Come see what our preschool is all about at our Fall Open House.
Meet Teacher Karen and learn about our co-op.
Space is still available in our Pre-3s and 3-5 classes!

Wedgewood Open House 9/21
2019-09-21 11:00 - 13:00 | Wedgwood Cooperative Preschool, 8208 18th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Wedgewood Co-op Open House, 10 a.m. – noon Saturday, Sept. 21
Get ready for the 2019-2020 preschool year!
We have special family activities planned
Meet our teachers!
Play in the classroom!
Learn about co-op!
Find out about registration!
Come join us at the Wedgwood Cooperative Preschool for weekly fun and play! We offer preschool programs for children 1 – 5; if your little one will be 1 by Aug. 31, we have a spot for you! Learn about Toddler, Pre-3, and 3-5 classes! Come play with us!

First Aid/CPR Class 9/21
2019-09-21 10:00 - 15:30 | North Seattle College, Instruction Building, Rm 1303, 9600 College Way N, Seattle, 98103, United States
North Seattle College’s Parent Education program is very pleased to be offering a First Aid and CPR class this fall to NSC instructors, children’s teachers, and members of North Seattle College’s Parent Cooperative Preschools.
Details:

Cost: $45 (made out to “PAC” or Parent Advisory Council, with “CPR” on the memo line)
Date: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019
Location: North’s campus in Room 1303 of the Instruction Building (on the east side of the building)
General Information:
There will be a half-hour break for lunch. Bring your own lunch as food services are not open.
Parking is free on Saturdays; you may park anywhere that is not marked reserved or handicapped.
NOTE: CPR Seattle recommends you wear comfortable clothes the day of class. Kindly arrive 10 minutes early to sign in. Unfortunately, students arriving more than 10 minutes after the class start time will not be able to participate in the session.
For directions, visit: http://www.northseattle.edu/map
If you are unable to attend after mailing in your check and form, please notify the office at the number listed below, at the earliest possible time so your space may be given to someone else. This class will fill to capacity quickly, and a person may get turned away if we don’t know about your cancellation. Also, the CPR instructors are paid based on the number of participants registered.Turning in the check and form below is required to reserve your spot; no later than two weeks before class. Because there is limited room available in the class, registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first- serve basis (with priority given to instructors, teachers and assistant teacher substitutes/ Health & Safety officers). NO REFUNDS given after Sept. 1, 2019.
For further questions, contact the Parent Education office at (206) 934-6029.
FIRST AID / CPR INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION FORM
Mail or bring in registration forms & check to: North Seattle College Workforce Instruction Division, Attn: Bob Ford, 9600 College Way North Seattle, WA 98103
Class Chairs: Please make as many duplicates of the form as you need for parents who would like to register. Each person who registers should send in an individual form. We encourage you to bring copies of this form to your next parent meeting and to email it out to incoming classes, as well as sharing it with those in roles that require First Aid/CPR training individually.

Bonnie Rough of Beyond Birds and Bees, Monday April 1, 7-9 pm
2019-04-01 20:00 - 22:00 | Faith Lutheran Church, 8208 18th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Bonnie Rough of Beyond Birds and Bees
Monday April 1, 7-9 pm
The spring PAC lecture will feature Bonnie Rough of Beyond Birds and Bees.
Bonnie J. Rough is an author, journalist, and speaker focusing on families, health, education, parenting and sexuality. Her latest book is Beyond Birds & Bees: Bringing Home a New Message to Our Kids about Sex, Love, and Equality, described as a “a groundbreaking inquiry into how we teach our children about bodies, sex, relationships, and equality—with revelatory, practical takeaways from the world-famous Dutch approach.”

RESCHEDULED Media Literacy with Linda Kennedy now on Monday 3/11, 7-8:30 p.m.
2019-03-11 20:00 - 21:30 | Faith Lutheran Church, 8208 18th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Media Literacy- Bringing awareness of the impact media makes on kids/families and how to be more conscious consumers of media.
Please join us for a free education event with Linda Kennedy.
Due to snow, this event has been rescheduled from February 11 to March 11. Location will be at 8208 18th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115.
Parent Lecture flyer – MEDIA LITERACY – March 11
