Parenting, like most experiences in life, is a growth opportunity.
Gain expert insights on fostering age-appropriate independence and autonomy in children at Brownell Talbot's panel discussion "Nurturing Healthy Independence: Balancing Freedom and Boundaries for Children."
As children grow, they naturally seek more autonomy and independence. However, finding the right balance between providing age-appropriate freedoms and setting necessary boundaries can be challenging for parents. Brownell Talbot is proud to host an expert panel discussion on this important topic.
The panel will bring together insights from educational and mental health professionals who will offer guidance on allowing children to make choices within appropriate limits for their developmental stage. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of this delicate balance and leave with practical tips to encourage their child's growth.
Friday, May 3
8:00 am - 8:15 am: coffee and conversation
8:15 am - 9:00 am: expert panel
James Middle and Upper School Library
400 N. Happy Hollow Blvd
Omaha, NE 68132
This is a free event open to the Omaha community. Limited seating available.
Join us for an engaging discussion on empowering children's independence through trust, structure, and support!
Panel Experts
Abigail E. Kennedy, PhD, LIMHP, BCBA
UNMC
Dr. Kennedy is an Assistant Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychology at the Munroe-Meyer Institute for Genetics and Rehabilitation at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She received her Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis at Southern Illinois University Carbondale and her PhD in Applied Behavior Analysis at UNMC under the supervision of Dr. William Warzak. Dr. Kennedy’s clinical and research interests include managing everyday early childhood problem behaviors, behavioral parent training, toileting training and elimination disorders, and sleep interventions.
Maureen O'Donnell, MS, LIMHP, LADC, CEAP
Arbor Family Counseling
Maureen is a licensed counselor who specializes in marriage and family counseling. She is integral to the implementation of the Brownell Talbot-Arbor Family Counseling partnership, which provides students, faculty, and staff counseling services throughout the school day. She has been working with school systems since 1985 on resiliency training and much more.
Crystal Vaught, Ed.D.
Brownell Talbot
Dr. Vaught is a school administrator who embraces diversity, social justice, and project-based and design thinking learning. She has intercultural teaching and leading experience working in Asia, Europe, South America, and the United States. Dr. Vaught has a Doctor of Education from University of Minnesota, master's degrees in school administration and English language and literature, and certificates from the Klingenstein Institute, Stanford University's EdLEADers Program, and California Teacher's Development Collaborative.
