Educational
Free Online Parent Drop-In: Youth Mental Health
The Center for Child and Adolescent Mental Health offers free Parent Drop-Ins, 1-hour sessions where parents can seek guidance from experts specializing in specific youth mental health disorders. Parents can also connect with others facing similar challenges. Each Zoom session is hosted by expert clinical psychologists who specialize in anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance use, suicidality, and psychotropic medication. Parent Drop-Ins are held on the last Wednesday of every month at 5:30 pm. Register to receive the Zoom link, and submit questions ahead of time. Upcoming Parent Drop-Ins: Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 5:30-6:30 pm PST - on Zoom Wednesday, July 31, 2024 from from 5:30-6:30 pm PST - on Zoom Wednesday, August 28, 2024 from 5:30-6:30 pm PST - on Zoom Wednesday, September 25, 2024 from 5:30-6:30 pm PST - on Zoom We also offer Parent Drop-In session for schools and parent groups.
UCSC Arboretum: First Saturday Tours
UC Santa Cruz Arboretum 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesAround the World in 60-90 Minutes! The first Saturday of each month, the Arboretum offers a docent or staff-led tour of the Arboretum. Sometimes you will see New Zealand, South Africa, California, or Australia. Sometimes you might see combinations of several gardens, the developing World Conifer Collection, or Rare Fruit Garden. Tour length varies depending on what’s in bloom and what the participants request.
Gateway School Tour
Gateway School Santa Cruz 255 Swift Street, Santa CruzVisit us on one of our monthly Tuesday tours and see why Gateway was voted Best Elementary and Best Middle School in Santa Cruz. Hang with our kindergarteners on Kindy Island, see what’s growing in our Life Lab outdoor classroom, join our middle schoolers for a science experiment, and see first hand the unique benefits of a K - 8 education. Private tours also available. For more information contact [email protected]
Wilder Ranch State Park Ranch Kid Homeschool Day
Wilder Ranch State Park, 1401 Coast Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USAJoin us for a Ranch Kid Field Trip at Wilder Ranch State Park! This special event allows your homeschool, non-traditional or small class to participate in a self-guided field trip at Wilder Ranch State Park. This opportunity allows you to guide your own field trip, while participating in volunteer-lead stations, games, and activities. This event is free and comes with a free activity booklet geared towards ages 6-11. Day-use parking is $10
Tara Redwood School Open House
Tara Redwood School 5810 Prescott Rd, Soquel,CACome and explore our campus and classrooms at Tara Redwood School. Come and find out if Tara Redwood is a good fit for your child, you will learn about our curriculum, visit the campus and meet our staff. Thursday February 20th. All families are welcome to join us. to learn more about our Elementary program.