Common Sense Parenting
Ready to bring more calm, confidence, and connection into your home? Common Sense Parenting® is an engaging, hands-on class that gives parents and caregivers real-life tools they can start using right away. Designed for families with children and teens of all ages, this in-person program helps you strengthen relationships, reduce daily stress, and create a more positive home environment—no matter your parenting style or family structure.
What You’ll Discover:
- How parents become powerful teachers every day
- The impact of effective praise that truly motivates children
- Tools to teach self-control and responsibility
- Preventive strategies that stop problems before they start
- Corrective teaching techniques that guide—not punish
By the End of the Class, You’ll Know How To:
- Reduce stress and power struggles at home
- Support your child’s success at school and beyond
- Decrease yelling, arguing, and conflict
- Address challenging behaviors with confidence
- Build stronger, more respectful relationships with your children
2026 Class Dates:
- January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17
- April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12
- July 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18
- September 29 October 6, 13, 20, 27
Expert Instructors:
- Lisa Blake
- Gayle Stover
This is more than a parenting class—it’s a toolkit for calmer days, stronger bonds, and confident parenting.
👉 Sign up today and start seeing positive changes at home!

Growing Up Together is funded by state and local grants; the Capital Area United Way, fees for services, donations and fundraising events.