Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange and Sullivan Counties is rolling out a robust lineup of fall programming designed to support families, caregivers, and educators across the region. These virtual and self-paced offerings aim to strengthen parenting skills, deepen understanding of adolescent development, and foster community collaboration.
Upcoming Workshops:
Virtual Parenting Series
- Discipline is Not a Dirty Word
Thursdays: October 2, 16, 30 and November 13. This every-other-week series helps parents and caregivers explore positive discipline strategies that build trust and encourage cooperation. - Unpacking the Teen Years
Wednesdays: October 8, 22 and November 5, 19.
Also offered every other week, this series dives into the emotional, social, and developmental changes of adolescence, offering tools for navigating the teen years with empathy and insight.
Self-Paced Learning Opportunity
- Parenting a Related Child
Sept. 22 – Nov. 10, 2025
This online, self-paced series is designed for those stepping into a parenting or guardian role with a related child. Participants will gain practical strategies and emotional support for their caregiving journey.
Community Connection
- Fall Orange County Parenting Coalition Meeting
Thursday, Oct. 16, 3:00–4:30 p.m.
Join fellow educators, service providers, and community members to share ideas and strengthen local support networks. Register here: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/_GVIHQgETOi3j-0vyTUShw
Save the Date: 27th Making Healthful Decisions Conference -Friday, June 5
This annual event, which takes place from 8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. at the Warwick Conference Center in Warwick, NY.
Making Healthful Decisions Conference printable flyer
Parenting Engagement and Needs Assessment
Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Family & Consumer Sciences team is conducting a Parenting Engagement and Needs Assessment to better understand what services, workshops, and resources families need — and when and where they’d prefer to access them.
The survey takes just 5–7 minutes to complete. All questions are optional, and participants who provide an email address will be entered into a drawing for one of two $50 grocery gift cards. Emails will only be used for prize notification or future focus group coordination.
Needs Assessment printable flyer in English and Spanish
- English Survey: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8Jsyex6V1tqs4eO
Spanish Survey: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_832SpB7eIB0Zaom
Every voice matters, and your input helps shape programming that truly meets local needs. For questions or more information, contact: Suzan Sussmann, MPS Human Development Educator Cornell Cooperative Extension – Orange and Sullivan Counties by email at: sls536@cornell.edu or by phone at: 845-344-1234 x271.