BRIEF: Extension, Human Services hosting parenting classes

Bismarck Tribune - 8/30/2018

Aug. 29--The Nurturing Parenting Program is being offered across the state to parents with children birth to age 12 starting next week.

"The program brings parents and children together for a fun and meaningful learning experience," Marlys Baker, North Dakota Department of Human Services child protection services administrator said in a statement. "It strengthens families by teaching parents and children skills to interact with each other in respectful ways, provides tools for parents to deal constructively with challenging behaviors and helps parents increase parenting patterns central for a healthy family."

Locations include: Belcourt, Bismarck, Devils Lake, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Valley City and Williston. Program session dates vary by location.

There is no cost to participate. Preregistration is required.

For more information, visit www.ndnurturing.org or call toll-free 1-855-NURT1ND (855-687-8163).

Sessions will also be offered in Belcourt, Bismarck, Fargo, Harvey and Minot starting in early January.

Reach Jessica Holdman at 701-250-8261 or jessica.holdman@bismarcktribune.com

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