11 Nov A Season of Profound Gratitude: Honoring Our Trainers, Leaders, Educators, and Partners
Gratitude for our Parent Educators
As we enter this season of gratitude, we at Active Parenting reflect on the year that has passed and the partnerships that have propelled us forward in our mission. For over 40 years, Active Parenting has provided impactful resources that help families thrive. None of this would be possible without the commitment and passion of those who stand alongside us—our dedicated partners, parent educators, family therapists, community leaders, and many others who bring our programs to life. Today, we extend our deepest gratitude to each of you.
With Profound Thanks for Your Dedication and Positive Impact
The impact you have made this year, and over the years, cannot be overstated. As Educational Consultants, we have the privilege of working closely with you—each of you playing a vital role in strengthening families and communities. Your dedication to guiding parents, helping families navigate challenges, and fostering resilience inspires us daily. By embracing the tools and principles we provide, you amplify their reach, transforming them into lifelines for families seeking guidance and support. Your work has touched countless lives, bringing positive change, hope, and stability to families everywhere.
Celebrating the Successes We’ve Achieved Together
The past year has been marked by stories of transformation and resilience. As we reflect on these successes, we celebrate the powerful outcomes achieved by our partnerships:
- Program Reach and Impact: Our foundational programs have continued to empower parents to nurture cooperation, respect, and responsibility within their families. We are inspired by the stories you share with us, reflecting real, positive changes in family dynamics and stronger parent-child relationships.
- New Initiatives for Unique Family Needs: With input from you, our trusted educators, we have expanded our offerings to address the distinct challenges faced by diverse family types and situations. We are particularly excited to share our newly revised and updated Crossroads of Coparenting This short-form coparenting program has been refreshed to better address the needs of parents navigating the challenges of separation and divorce. Designed for flexibility and effectiveness, Crossroads of Coparenting provides esse ntial tools to reduce parental conflict, improve communication, and foster healthier coparenting dynamics, giving children the stability they deserve.
- Digital Resources and Flexibility: In response to the demand for accessible learning tools, we are now streaming our video-embedded PowerPoint programs. Our Streaming Programs include Virtual Teaching Rights, offering the most flexible format we’ve ever created because it allows you to:
- Seamlessly transition between slides and videos.
- Access all your programs in one central location with just a click of a button.
- Teach virtual or hybrid classes in addition to in-person classes.
The enthusiastic feedback from educators highlights the significance of these innovations, and we are grateful for the opportunity to support your work in this manner
- Professional Development and Connection: We’re thrilled to see the growth in our online training sessions, consultations, and forums, where professionals come together to share experiences and strategies. These networks strengthen our mission and demonstrate the power of unity among educators committed to building resilient families.
Looking Ahead: Our Commitment to You and 2025
As we look to the future, we are energized by the possibilities for growth, learning, and collaboration. Our commitment to you remains steadfast, and we are continuously inspired by the dedication of those who bring Active Parenting programs to life. Here’s what’s in store:
- Expanded and Specialized Resources: Recognizing the unique needs of different communities, we have been working to develop more targeted resources to support groups such as military families, incarcerated parents, and families of children with functional Your input is essential to this process, and we are committed to providing tools that resonate with the diverse communities you encounter in your work.
- Innovation Through Technology: To ensure that our resources are more accessible than ever, we are developing new digital tools and online training options. This investment in technology will provide the flexibility you need to deliver impactful programs across a range of environments and circumstances.
- Deeper Collaboration and Support: We are expanding our free consultation sessions, resources, and networking opportunities to provide even greater support for your work. Through these channels, we hope to foster an even stronger sense of community among those dedicated to creating positive change in families and communities.
- Updated Active Parenting of Teens: Active Parenting Author and Founder Dr. Michael Popkin and our Product Development Manager, Molly Davis, are working diligently to enhance our Active Parenting of Teens program with new material that is relevant to the changing times. Sign up for our eNews so we can keep you updated on their progress. Feel free to send us your input.
With Heartfelt Gratitude and a Commitment to Supporting Your Vision
For over four decades, Active Parenting has been on a journey to empower parents and educators. Yet, none of this would be possible without your unwavering dedication, insight, and compassion. We honor the impact you make daily—the stories you share, the families you guide, and the futures you shape. Your partnership is invaluable to us, and we are deeply grateful to walk alongside you in this mission.
This November, as we reflect on the past year and the road ahead, we celebrate you and all that you bring to the lives of families everywhere. Together, we look forward to building on this legacy of positive change and helping even more families in the years to come.
With profound gratitude for our Parent Educators,
Meet Your Team:
In the center, we have Micole Mason, the Sales and Training Manager with our Educational Consultants, Bradley Lampkins on the left and Eryn Hopkins on the right.
Not shown in the picture are:
- Dr. Michael Popkin, Author and Founder
- Terry Pettinger, Accounting Manager
- Molly Davis, Product Development Manager
- Cathy Daughtridge, Manager of Work/Life Solutions and Online Resources Manager
- Gabrielle Tingley, Marketing Manager/Webmaster
- Yvonne Irby, Office Manager/Procurement Coordinator
- Nancy Spence, Educational Consultant for Arizona & Nevada
- Joan York, Sales Assistant
Active Parenting Publishers has been providing research-based education programs with an emphasis on nonviolent discipline, mutual respect, and open communication for over 40 years.
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