LET’S TALK COMMUNITY
DISCUSSION SERIES
In our community discussions, we take a deeper dive into the six sections of the Let’s Talk booklet with guest facilitators and topic experts. Parents and caregivers have the opportunity to share their experiences and best practices in a safe, solution-oriented environment.
You can find our full catalog of past event recordings on Youtube.
THE MIDDLE SCHOOL YEARS: WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT UNDERAGE SUBSTANCE USE
Join us to explore the middle school years—early development, substance use risks, and practical ways to support your child, with insights from local high school students.
LLEGAR A ESTADOS UNIDOS: CAMBIOS EN LA VIDA DE PADRES Y ADOLESCENTES DE 5º A 12º
Acompáñenos a hablar sobre la aculturación y el cambio de escuela. Exploraremos cómo estos cambios afectan a las familias latinas y compartiremos consejos prácticos para apoyar a sus hijos y mejorar la comunicación.
UNDERAGE SUBSTANCE USE IN MARIN
Join us for a virtual conversation on youth substance use in Marin—featuring local data, community context, and a youth voice sharing personal insights. Let’s work together to support the health and well-being of our teens.
THE ADOLESCENT BRAIN
This discussion will explore how the adolescent brain develops and what that means for behavior, decision-making, and emotional regulation. Parents will gain insights into the science behind teenage behavior and learn practical ways to support their teen's growth during this critical stage.
PARENTING TO SUPPORT YOUR MIDDLE SCHOOLER
Join us for a discussion about the middle school years and how to stay connected with your early adolescent.
PARENTING TO SUPPORT OUR TEENS
Discover practical ways to strengthen your relationship with your teen. This discussion will offer tools for building trust, improving communication, and creating a supportive home where teens feel heard and valued.
CÓMO CUIDAR Y APOYAR A NUESTROS HIJOS DURANTE LOS GRADOS DE EDUCACIÓN MEDIA
Únase a nosotros para una plática sobre cómo apoyar a sus hijos en la adolescencia, prevenir el uso temprano de sustancias y fortalecer la comunicación familiar con datos y herramientas prácticas.
MENTAL HEALTH AND UNDERAGE SUBSTANCE USE
Explore the connection between youth mental health and substance use. This discussion will highlight how stress and emotional challenges impact teens—and how parents can provide meaningful support.
PARENTING TO SUPPORT OUR TEENS
Rewatch our latest Let’s Talk Discussion on Parenting to Support Our Teens featuring guest speaker Trina Rymland.
THE ADOLESCENT BRAIN
Rewatch our Let’s Talk Event featuring a screening of Tiffany Shlain Short Film “The Teen Brain” and a panel discussion with national experts from the film.
JUST SAY KNOW
Watch our latest talk with Stanford's Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher, exploring the latest nicotine and THC products available to our teens.
INICIEMOS LA CONVERSACION: Los años de la Escuela Intermedia
Únase a nosotros para una discusión profunda sobre el uso de sustancias en menores de edad durante los años críticos de la escuela intermedia. Conozca los más recientes asuntos que son preocupantes y las estrategias esenciales para conversar con su adolescente.
ORADORES INVITADOS
Aran Watson, PhD. Coordinador del Centro de Bienestar, San Rafael City Schools
Grace Vasquez, Coordinadora de la Coalición contra el Tabaco, Bay Area Community Resources
Antonio Zavala Director de Programas, Youth Transforming Justice
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