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Sexting, Tweeting, and FB updates: protecting youth from sex & tech
Wednesday, April 20
Ninety-three percent of teens ages 12 to 17 go online, 75% of them own a cell phone, and 66% say they text. It’s clear that teens are utilizing technology more than any other generation. This workshop will provide information and protective strategies for helping teens utilize tech safely and avoid online risks. Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Cost: $35. To register call (302) 224-8099 ext. 110 or email edudept@ppde.org
Real Talk Survival Guide for Girls and Guys
Friday, May 6
Real Talk Survival Guide for Girls and Guys aims to “provide youth with skills and information to help them avoid or reduce involvement in high-risk behaviors and focus on positive youth development. The conference offers parents and providers skills and information to promote positive communication between adults and youth about high-risk behaviors. Free conference for youth ages 14 – 18. For more information please call (302) 428-4179.
Hispanic Student Recognition Program
Saturday, May 7
Hosted by the Latin American Community Center. For more information please call Veronica Vasko at (302) 655-3778 ext. 2163.
Women’s Health Event at Henrietta Johnson Medical Center
Thursday, May 12
5:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. in the gym. The evening will feature Chef Dana Hebert from Desserts by Dana, Chef Marc Anthony, Line Dancing, Zumba Instruction, health screenings and many other fun health–related activities. Many prizes and raffles will take place throughout the evening. For more information call (302) 655-6187 ext. 261.
West Center City Future Council (WCCFC) presents “A Community of Many Hats”
Saturday, May 14
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Porter State Services parking lot at 8th and Jefferson Streets. There will be entertainment, children activities & much more. For more information about the event or about exhibitor’s tables, email Caren Turner at cturner@ichde.org
Wilmington Teen Pregnancy Prevention Round Table
Wednesday, May 18
You are invited to a FREE professional development event featuring national speaker, author, and teen pregnancy prevention expert Dr. Michael Carrera. Dr. Carrera will discuss the philosophy and components of his highly effective “Carrera Model” which has been implemented all over the country. Dr. Carrera will make available signed copies of his book “Lessons for Lifeguards: Working with teens when the topic is hope." The day also will include local experts who will share surprising data about youth risk behaviors and teen pregnancy in Delaware, a new local Carrera Model project, evidence-based and promising prevention programs that are being implemented in local schools and community based organizations, and how you can get involved. Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Breakfast & lunch provided. Cost: Free. Need to RSVP by Friday, May 13 to the Alliance for Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention at (302) 428-4179 or email kmcleod@christianacare.org (Email preferred).
Latin American Community Center’s Board of Directors “Camino Latino: 5K Run/Walk”
Thursday, May 19
You can run or walk the 3.1 mile course or do the 1.5 mile Family Fun Walk around the scenic riverfront. Prizes and metals will be awarded to the top finishers and refreshments will be provided for all participants after the race. To register you can visit www.races2run.com or you can register the day of the event. If you have any questions please call Veronica Vasko at (302) 655-7338 ext. 2163.
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