New School Year Jitters?

The transition back to school can be emotional for children. Here’s a strategy to help your child with their feelings as they prepare for the new school year. Go to @raisingwichildren on Instagram for more parenting tips.

Fall Workshop – Emotion Coaching: helping children manage strong feelings

Extension will be offering an “Emotion Coaching Workshop” for caregivers of young children. The workshop will be held on Wednesday, September 22 from 6:30 – 8:30 PM via Zoom. The cost is $10 for those requesting Registry Credit or certificate of attendance. The registration deadline is September 17. View the flyer at Emotion Coaching . […]

Fall Workshop – Managing Challenging Behaviors

Extension will be offering “Managing Challenging Behaviors” workshop for caregivers of young children. The workshop will be held on Wednesday, November 10 from 6:30 – 8:30 PM at the Ives Grove Racine County Office Building (14200 Washington Avenue, Sturtevant). The cost is $10 for those requesting Registry Credit or certificate of attendance. The registration deadline […]

Educación para padres – Otoño 2021

Programas virtuales (en Zoom) Soluciones Positivas – Los padres de niños pequeños aprenden estrategias para promover el comportamiento positivo al enseñar habilidades sociales, establecer expectativas y ayudar a los niños a afrontar sentimientos fuertes. 6 sesiones – Miércoles: 13, 20, 27 de octubre, 3, 10 y 17 de noviembre 6: 30-7: 30 PM Establecer Expectativas […]

Fall 2021 Parenting Programs

Our fall schedule of programs for parents is now available. All programs will be remote, using Zoom. Positive Solutions for Families (6 sessions). This is a comprehensive program providing many strategies parents can use to help their children learn important social skills, understand what is expected of them, and manage their feelings. Wednesdays: Oct 13, 20, […]

2021 Annual Report for Extension Racine County

The 2021 Racine County Annual Report is now available. Learn how Extension fulfilled its mission to bring university programs and resources to Racine County residents.

Sidewalk Chalk Obstacle Course

We partnered with the Burlington Public Library to create a fun activity for families at Wehmhoff Jucker Park in Burlington. If you have the chance, try out the chalk obstacle course before it rains and gets washed away!

WeCOPE – Workshops help adults cope with stress

Register for Fall WeCOPE Workshops Extension will be offering WeCOPE, an evidence-based program that helps adults cope with life stress. WeCOPE has been shown to reduce stress and depression, increase positive affect, and improve health. By managing life’s challenges in healthy ways, participants take better care of themselves and others. September 9th to 30th 11:00 AM to Noon Mondays and […]

Free Consumer Protection Workshops (Virtual Summer 2021)

UW-Madison Division of Extension Kenosha, Racine, and Walworth Counties are hosting consumer protection workshops offered by the Bureau of Consumer Protection within the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP) this summer. All workshops will be held on Zoom and registration is required. Individuals may attend one or more workshops: Tuesday, June 22 […]

Build It Strong: Child Care Business Foundations Workshops

Build It Strong: Child Care Business Foundations Workshops Do you want to start a child care? Are you a current child care provider interested in learning more about business operations? Build or grow your child care business with FREE “Build It Strong” business workshops. The workshops will be offered by Wisconsin Early Childhood Association (WECA) staff […]