BREAKOUT SESSION 1
Breakout Track Key
G - General
P - Preschool
E - Elementary
T - Teen
A - Additional Needs
CC - Navigating CCISD
GP - Grandparents
Rivals: The Role of Sports and Activities in Family Life (E, T)
Room: E 103 Drs. Chad & Cheri Strange
Effective parenting increases the likelihood of a child reaching their full potential. Parents want their children to increase in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and man as they pursue academic, athletic or fine arts goals. Equitable investment of time, talent, and
resources will help a child to remain balanced as they follow aspirations. Children set their sights on a future based on evidence and perceptions they experience within their home. This breakout is a practical exploration of how to help your children reach their full potential as they grow into the godly men and women they are meant to become.
Understanding the Legacy Path: How to Get Started (G)
Room: Student Center Angela Haynes, Author, Speaker at Legacy Milestones
Every path has a starting point and a destination. Angela Haynes wants to take parents down the path of intentional spiritual parenting. The destination is a new generation of children and grandchildren emerging as adults who know how to love God and love people. This new generation will also know how to equip their own children to do the same. This breakout meant to change the culture by moving our children and grandchildren toward life God’s way instead of life portrayed as right in the eyes of the world. Those that attend will find many practical steps explained allowing the destination to be reached.
Releasing Parental Shame: Finding Hope in John 9 (A)
Room: E 206 Tori Calvert, Educator, Pearland Jr. High East
Parenting can often feel heavy with guilt and shame, especially when raising a child with disabilities, mental health challenges, or academic and emotional struggles. The exhaustion of advocating, the isolation, and the uncertainty can weigh on even the strongest hearts. But in John 9, Jesus offers a perspective that lifts shame and replaces it with hope. This session invites parents into a conversation about releasing guilt, embracing God’s purpose, and finding rest in His sustaining grace.
Parenting Between the Now and the Not Yet (G)
Room: E 105 Eric Davis, Discipleship Pastor, Bay Area Church
As a parent, you are not just leading your children—you are growing alongside them. Each stage of their journey presents new opportunities, requiring you to adapt, learn, and trust God in fresh ways. Your role as their primary faith influencer isn’t about having all the answers but about faithfully guiding your children through each phase of life.
Technology’s Place in Today’s Family (G)
Room: E 203 Mike Ammons, Director of Student Support, Bay Area Christian School
The number 1 thing that parents say they need help with is how to parent kids who are always using technology. Parents feel overwhelmed, under equipped, and mostly lost. This breakout is here to help and give hope. In this very manageable breakout parents
will learn what questions to ask, what matters most, and how to combat the fear that comes with their children knowing more about technology than they do. Technology can be hacked but the lasting relationship that comes from the parent child bond cannot.
Behind Closed Doors: Navigating Teens Through Life’s Toughest Issues (G)
Room: Fellowship Hall Dr. Jessica Peck, Author, Radio Host of the Dr. Nurse Mama Show
Will offer parents, educators, and caregivers practical guidance on supporting adolescents through 21st century challenges. Led by pediatric nurse practitioner Dr. Jessica Peck, this session explores key issues such as mental health, online safety, peer pressure, and identity struggles. Through real-life stories and evidence-based strategies, participants will gain tools to foster open communication, build trust, and equip teens with the resilience needed to navigate today’s complex world.
Discovering Your Faith as a Family (P, E)
Room: Kids Cmmons Brock Eastman, Author, Speaker, aka Dr. Fizzlebop
Author Brock Eastman shares practical ways to engage your kids in meaningful faith exploration at home. Drawing from his experience as a dad of four (ages 15, 13, 11, and 9), he’ll provide creative ideas and insights to help you foster deeper connections and spiritual growth as a family. Discover new ways to inspire faith-filled moments in your everyday life!
Finding Peace in the Pieces: Navigating the Complexities of Blended Parenting (G)
Room: E 205 Terrance Campbell, Lead Pastor, Growing Faith Fellowship
Blending a family is a journey filled with unique challenges and beautiful opportunities. This session will provide biblical wisdom and practical strategies to help parents and stepparents build unity, foster healthy relationships, and navigate the complexities of blended family dynamics.
Intentional Parenting: What Matters Most (E, T)
Room: Equip Room Chris Sasser, Family Pastor, Port City Community Church
Parenting comes with countless challenges and choices, but not everything we worry about matters equally. It’s easy to get caught up in the moment, just trying to make it through the day. In this breakout, we’ll explore how to shift from reactive parenting to a more intentional approach—focusing on what truly matters for the long haul. Whether you're a parent or grandparent, you'll gain practical insights to guide your family with purpose and clarity.
Strategies for Supporting Children with ADHD (P, E)
Room: E 204 Stephanie Moses, Family Ministry Specialist, Radio Producer
This session equips parents with tools to create a nurturing home environment, establish effective routines, and advocate for their child's needs in school and beyond.
Structuring Your Home to Prevent Power Struggles (CC, G)
Room: E 104 Christina Talley, CCISD Coordinator of Student Behavior Support
This session equips parents and caregivers with practical strategies to create a structured, supportive home environment that reduces power struggles and encourages positive behavior. We’ll also explore key aspects of brain development in children and how they influence behavior. Participants will leave with effective strategies and ready-to-use resources to implement at home right away.
Empower & Advocate: The Key to Early Intervention in Special (CC, A)
Room: E 102 Angela-Jacquo-Baines, Special Education Coach and Alternative Academics Content Expert at CCISD
This session empowers parents to navigate the special education journey with confidence. Discover how early intervention and strong advocacy can positively impact your child’s academic and social success. Gain valuable insights, practical strategies, and essential resources to ensure your child receives the support they need to thrive.
Dyslexia & Dysgraphia 101 (CC)
Room: E 106 Charlotte LeBlanc, CCISD Dyslexia Department Lead and Lisa Cann, CCISD Dyslexia Department Lead
This session provides an overview of dyslexia and dysgraphia, including their definitions, risk factors, and key characteristics. We’ll also address common misconceptions, the assessment process, and effective intervention strategies to support children with these learning
differences.
504 Transitions to Adult Life (CC)
Room: E 101 Jodi Low, CCISD 504 Lead
This session explores Section 504, its origins, and its application in schools, focusing on how it supports students with disabilities. We’ll discuss key provisions, school-based accommodations, and essential steps to help your child transition successfully from high school to college and beyond. Gain practical tips to ensure continued support and success in adulthood.
The 7 Habits of Successful Families: Bringing Leader In Me Home (CC, E)
Room: B 101 Katherine Stathakos, CCISD Educator and Leader In Me Parent & Community Liaison
Attendees will gain a foundational understanding of the Leader In Me process and how its principles can be applied to family life. Through engaging discussions and practical takeaways, participants will explore ways to foster leadership, communication, and a strong family culture. They will leave equipped with actionable strategies to build deeper connections, instill core values, and create a positive, growth-oriented home environment.
Breakout Track Key
G - General
P - Preschool
E - Elementary
T - Teen
A - Additional Needs
CC - Navigating CCISD
GP - Grandparents