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ISACS NYSAIS Parent Series

In partnership with the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS), NYSAIS is offering our member schools access to this special online educational series for parents and caregivers. This series includes a collection of six one-hour, evening webinars on essential parenting topics following the schedule outlined below.

Target Audience

Parents & caregivers in NYSAIS member school communities

Questions

NYSAIS Member Schools can reach out to our support team at
support.nysais.org with any questions regarding this series.

Webinars

 

Speakers
Topics
Month
Lisa Damour headshot

School Skills: Setting Kids Up for Success

Presenter: Lisa Damour, PhD

Date/Time: Thursday, September 25, 2025, 7:30 – 8:30 PM ET

Practical strategies to help children manage emotions, adapt to challenges, and build essential school skills.

Jonathan Haidt headshot

How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Impacted Everything + What We Can Do About It

Presenter: Jonathan Haidt, PhD

Date/Time: Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 7:30 – 8:30 PM ET

Research-informed guidance on addressing screens, social media, independence, and play.

Tina Payne Bryson headshot

Elevating Discipline with the Brain in Mind

Presenter: Tina Payne Bryson, PhD

Date/Time: Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 7:30 – 8:30 PM ET

Brain-based approaches to teach skills, strengthen relationships, and improve discipline at home.

David Yeager headshot

10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People

Presenter: David Yeager, PhD

Date/Time: Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 7:30 – 8:30 PM ET

Actionable insights on fostering agency, engagement, and a mentor mindset for ages 10–25.

Laurie Santos headshot

Happier Parenting: Evidence-based Strategies for Improving Parent Happiness

Presenter: Laurie Santos, PhD

Date/Time: Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 7:30 – 8:30 PM ET

Science-backed strategies to support parent well-being, balance, and family flourishing.

Shefali Tsabary headshot

Conscious Parenting: Raising Resilient, Self-aware & Connected Children

Presenter: Shefali Tsabary, PhD

Date/Time: Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 7:30 – 8:30 PM ET

Principles and practices for moving beyond reactivity, nurturing connection, and fostering resilience.


Live webinars will take place via Zoom, 7:30 – 8:30 PM ET on the following dates:

  • Thursday, September 25, 2025
  • Tuesday, October 28, 2025
  • Tuesday, January 13, 2026
  • Tuesday, February 10, 2026
  • Wednesday, April 15, 2026
  • Wednesday, May 6, 2026


  • Parent Series webinars will be recorded and available to registered school communities.
  • Recording availability windows:
    • September 25 & October 28, 2025: available until December 31, 2025
    • February 10, 2026: available until March 11, 2026
    • January 13, April 15 & May 6, 2026: available until June 30, 2026
  • Instructions to access recordings/resources will be sent to the registered school contact and anyone pre-registered on Zoom.


Lisa Damour headshot

Lisa Damour, PhD

Psychologist and New York Times bestselling author whose work focuses on adolescent development, stress, and anxiety. Co-host of the podcast Ask Lisa and a frequent contributor to major media on youth mental health.

School Skills | Sept 25, 2025

Jonathan Haidt headshot

Jonathan Haidt, PhD

Social psychologist at NYU Stern and author of The Anxious Generation. His research explores morality, culture, and the effects of technology and social media on the well-being of young people.

Great Rewiring of Childhood | Oct 28, 2025

Tina Payne Bryson headshot

Tina Payne Bryson, PhD

Psychotherapist and founder of The Center for Connection, co-author of bestselling books including The Whole-Brain Child and No-Drama Discipline. She translates brain science into practical strategies for parents.

Elevating Discipline | Jan 13, 2026

David Yeager headshot

David Yeager, PhD

Professor of psychology at UT Austin whose research centers on motivation, growth mindset, and adolescent development. Author of 10 to 25, offering science-based guidance for supporting young people.

Science of Motivating Young People | Feb 10, 2026

Laurie Santos headshot

Laurie Santos, PhD

Cognitive scientist and Yale professor known for “Psychology and the Good Life.” Host of The Happiness Lab podcast, she shares evidence-based strategies for well-being and daily flourishing.

Happier Parenting | Apr 15, 2026

Shefali Tsabary headshot

Shefali Tsabary, PhD

Clinical psychologist and author of The Conscious Parent. Her work emphasizes mindfulness, connection, and raising self-aware children through transformative parenting practices.

Conscious Parenting | May 6, 2026



Parents and caregivers in NYSAIS member school communities.


$700 per school (covers your school community for all six webinars).


One registration per school provides access for your parent/caregiver community to the entire Parent Series and recordings through the dates listed above.


Please have one designated contact person register for your school. That person will receive all Zoom links and reminders and should share them with your parent community. Participants must pre-register on Zoom using the link provided to your school contact.


Webinars are recorded and available to registered schools per the availability windows in the “Recordings & Resources” section.