Announcing the 2018-2019 MVLA Parent Education Speaker Series

The MVLA Parent Education Speaker Series is excited to announce our speaker line-up for the 2018-2019 school year.  Six nationally and internationally recognized experts will join us to discuss a wide range of topics including – navigating today’s college search process and financial aid options; exploring the crucial impact of sleep on the wellness and success of children and teens; raising resilient kids in a stressful world; fostering increased well-being; engaging the power of self-compassion; and optimizing the college experience to prepare young adults for the jobs of tomorrow.  

Lynn O’Shaughnessy
Finding the Right Fit College at the Right Price
September 11, 2018 – 7pm – MVHS Spartan Theatre
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Rafael Pelayo, M.D.
Sleep: Crucial Key to Wellness and Success
October 23, 2018 – 7pm – LAHS Eagle Theater
 
Katie Hurley, L.C.S.W.
Raising Resilient Kids in a Stressful World
November 29, 2018 – 7pm – LAHS Eagle Theater
 
Sonja Lyubomirsky, Ph.D.
The Myths of Happiness:  The Science and Practice of Increasing Well-being
January 29, 2019 – 7pm – MVHS Spartan Theatre
 
Kristin Neff, Ph.D.
Self-compassion: The Surprising Power of Being Kind to Yourself
March 7, 2019 – 7 pm – LAHS Eagle Theater
 
Jeff Selingo
There is Life After College: Navigating School to Prepare for the Jobs of Tomorrow
April 9, 2019 – 7pm – MVHS Spartan Theatre


Please visit the MVLA Parent Education Speaker Series website for more detailed information and registration for each event.  MVLA Parent Education Speaker Series events are free, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors – the PTA, LAEF, and MVLA High School Foundation.