BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CHLSS - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:CHLSS X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://chlss.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CHLSS REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T163120 CREATED:20260130T152502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T152502Z UID:10001682-1776171600-1776177000@chlss.org SUMMARY:Webinar: From Eye Rolls to Real Conversations: Practical Strategies for Connecting with Teens DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Webinar: From Eye Rolls to Real Conversations: Practical Strategies for Connecting with Teens\nTuesday\, Apr. 14th from 1-2:30 pm (CT) via Zoom\nMany parents fear ‘the teenage years’\, not knowing how to connect with their kids. It can be easier than you think! Join us for practical advice and tools you can use to build a meaningful relationship with your teen\, even if they are new to your family. \nPresented by Will & CarrieAnn Standfest \nWill and CarrieAnn Standfest are dedicated parents with over two decades of hands-on experience\, raising eight forever children through biological\, foster\, adoption\, and international orphan hosting. As emerging experts in connection-based parenting\, they have navigated the complexities of personal loss and behavioral health diagnoses within their family. They created the ‘Connected Parenting Minute’ to help parents create the less stressed\, more connected home they want. \nThis webinar will take place on Zoom. You will receive the link to join after registering below. \n\n\n \n \n From Eye Rolls to Real Conversations: Practical Strategies for Connecting with Teens\n \n \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Number of people attending:(Required)Email(Required)\n \n County(Required)State(Required)AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificI am a:(Required)\n \n \n Parent/Caregiver\n \n \n \n Professional\n \n \n \n Other\n What agency are you working with?(Required)For parents/caregivers: Where are you in the adoption/foster care process?\n \n \n Waiting\n \n \n \n Temporary Placement\n \n \n \n Adoptive Placement\n \n \n \n Finalized\n Please provide any questions you have about this topic:CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/webinar-from-eye-rolls-to-real-conversations-practical-strategies-for-connecting-with-teens/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Untitled-design-17.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T163120 CREATED:20250708T161247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T132008Z UID:10001691-1776258000-1776268800@chlss.org SUMMARY:B.E.S.T. (Basic Education for Safe Travel) DESCRIPTION:This hybrid course combines interactive online learning with hands-on instruction from a certified car seat safety technician. The cost of this class is $25 per person. Locations vary. \n  \nThis class is also a great option for parents\, grandparents\, or any caregivers who want to learn more about transporting children safely.  If you are licensed to provide foster care (or childcare) for children aged 8 or younger\, this course is required every 5 years. \nB.E.S.T. takes approximately 2 hours to complete. The first hour takes place online. You will receive access to a learning management system and be guided through an interactive Car Seat Basics presentation. You must complete this presentation prior to attending the second hour of training. After completing your online coursework\, you will attend an in-person session with a certified car seat technician. Instruction will take place at YOUR vehicle. If you have a car seat(s)\, this may be used for instruction\, otherwise\, Children’s Home will provide seats for you to practice with. In-person locations vary. Please sign up for an in-person date and location that works best for you. You will receive a certificate of completion during your in-person session. \nView & Register for an upcoming B.E.S.T. course URL:https://chlss.org/event/b-e-s-t-basic-education-for-safe-travel-2-2-2/2026-04-15/ LOCATION:Blaine Fire Station\, 11920 Ulysses St. Ne\, Blaine\, MN\, 55434\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Website-Event-Pic-4.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T163120 CREATED:20260320T154243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T161115Z UID:10001700-1776274200-1776281400@chlss.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Youth Panel - Insights from Foster Care Experiences DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Webinar: Youth Panel – Insights from Foster Care Experiences\nWednesday\, April 15th from 5:30–7:30 pm (CT) via Microsoft Teams\nFamilies are invited to join us for a meaningful and insightful conversation led by members of the Mankato Area Youth Leadership Council. During this virtual youth panel\, young people will share their firsthand experiences navigating foster care placements\, including the moments that supported them and the challenges they faced along the way. \nTogether\, we will explore the importance of creating a welcoming transition for youth entering care\, as well as the impact of nurturing\, stable living environments. This session offers a unique opportunity for caregivers to hear directly from youth\, deepen understanding\, and strengthen supportive practices at home. \nParticipants will walk away with a greater awareness of youth perspectives and practical ideas for fostering trust\, belonging\, and emotional safety. \nPresented by the Mankato Area Youth Leadership Council \nThe Mankato Area Youth Leadership Council is a group of young people committed to improving the foster care system through advocacy\, storytelling\, and community leadership. Council members bring lived experience and a passion for strengthening foster care practices for future youth and families. \nThis webinar will take place on Microsoft Teams. You will receive the link to join after registering below. \n\n \n \n Youth Panel: Insights from Foster Care Experiences\n \n \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Number of people attending:(Required)Email(Required)\n \n County(Required)State(Required)AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificI am a:(Required)\n \n \n Parent/Caregiver\n \n \n \n Professional\n \n \n \n Other\n What agency are you working with?(Required)For parents/caregivers: Where are you in the adoption/foster care process?\n \n \n Waiting\n \n \n \n Temporary Placement\n \n \n \n Adoptive Placement\n \n \n \n Finalized\n Please provide any questions you have about this topic:CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/webinar-youth-panel-insights-from-foster-care-experiences/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Untitled-design-20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T163120 CREATED:20260325T194243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T195030Z UID:10001701-1776276000-1776283200@chlss.org SUMMARY:G.R.O.W. - Guidance\, Resources and Opportunities While You Wait DESCRIPTION:Our G.R.O.W. events are held quarterly (in January\, April\, July and October) and are open to all families in our infant adoption program that are home study approved. These events will offer a chance for families to connect and learn about various topics from one another and adoption professionals. \nPanel: Adoption Scams\nVIRTUAL EVENT HELD VIA MICROSOFT TEAMS \nPlease join us for a presentation and panelist sharing their experience and advice\nsurrounding adoption scams. We will also talk about commonly seen adoption\nscams\, questions you can ask\, things to look out for\, and what to do if you suspect\none. Post-panel\, the room will be open for you to connect with other families. \nPlease R.S.V.P. directly to your worker if you plan to attend online. \nFeel free to send your worker questions prior to the event. URL:https://chlss.org/event/g-r-o-w-guidance-resources-and-opportunities-while-you-wait-4-15-2026/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Website-Event-Pic-17.png ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T163120 CREATED:20260108T125741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T125742Z UID:10001672-1776360600-1776371400@chlss.org SUMMARY:TBRI® Online Training DESCRIPTION:TBRI® is an attachment-based\, informed intervention that is designed to meet the complex needs of children. TBRI® uses Empowering Principles to address physical needs\, Connecting Principles for attachment needs\, and Correcting Principles to disarm fear-based behaviors. While the intervention is based on years of attachment\, sensory processing\, and neuroscience research\, the heartbeat of TBRI® is connection. \nModule 6: TBRI® Empowering Principles: Ecological Strategies\nIn this class\, we will discuss: \n\nEcological Strategies\nThe Importance of a Predictable Environment\nCreating a More Predictable Environment\nScaffolding Self-Regulation\n\nSign up for Training Today! URL:https://chlss.org/event/tbri-online-training-6/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T163120 CREATED:20260130T163544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T143820Z UID:10001684-1776508200-1776513600@chlss.org SUMMARY:I Am Safe: Mind-Body Strategies for You and Your Family DESCRIPTION:Join Us for an In-Person Training: I Am Safe: Mind-Body Strategies for You and Your Family\nSaturday\, April 18th from 10:30 am – Noon (CT)\nEustis Building – Saint Paul\, MN\nParenting can be both joyful and challenging\, making it easy to put your own well-being last. In this interactive session\, you’ll learn simple breathing\, movement\, and rest practices to help: \n\nManage stress and ease anxiety\nBoost energy and strengthen connection\nSupport better sleep\n\nCreate a practical Breathe–Move–Rest toolkit—easy strategies to care for yourself and share with your family. \nPresented by Kathy Flaminio\, LGSW\, MSW & Chrissy Mignogna\, BA\, E-RYT \nKathy Flaminio\, LGSW\, MSW\, E-RYT 200 is the founder of Movemindfully. She is the creator of Movemindfully training\, workshops\, products\, and curricula that teach responsive\, mind-body practices for self-regulation\, focus\, and overall well-being. With a master’s degree in social work\, Kathy holds more than 20 years of experience in Minneapolis Public Schools and was adjunct faculty for Saint Mary’s University. Kathy has trained over 80\,000 professionals in mindfulness\, movement\, and social-emotional skills strategies.  She is co-author of Moving Mountains: An Integrative Manual to Help Youth with Intensity\, Reactivity and Anxiety and of the Teen Resiliency Program with Dr. Henry Emmons\, Dr. Timothy Culbert and associates. \nChrissy Mignogna\, BA\, E-RYT is lead trainer and director of education for Movemindfully. She is a frequent presenter (both locally and nationally)\, training thousands of educators\, parents\, counselors\, and therapists to use Movemindfully simple mind-body practices in educational and therapeutic settings. Chrissy currently teaches in Dakota County Juvenile Services and in early education\, elementary\, middle\, and high schools. She provides mind-body practices for the child/adolescent\, adult\, and geriatric behavioral health units at M Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital\, United Hospital\, St. Paul Children’s Hospital\, and Center for Families Outpatient/Prairie Care. \n\n \n \n I Am Safe: Mind-Body Strategies for You and Your Family\n \n \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Number of people attending:(Required)Email(Required)\n \n County(Required)State(Required)AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificI am a:(Required)\n \n \n Parent/Caregiver\n \n \n \n Professional\n \n \n \n Other\n What agency are you working with?(Required)For parents/caregivers: Where are you in the adoption/foster care process?\n \n \n Waiting\n \n \n \n Temporary Placement\n \n \n \n Adoptive Placement\n \n \n \n Finalized\n Please provide any questions you have about this topic:CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/i-am-safe-mind-body-strategies-for-you-and-your-family/ LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Untitled-design-18.png GEO:44.989629;-93.2030617 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Children’s Home – St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street Saint Paul MN 55108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Eustis Street:geo:-93.2030617,44.989629 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T163120 CREATED:20260130T160440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T160440Z UID:10001683-1777381200-1777386600@chlss.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Educational Options for our Children: Finding the Best Fit DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Webinar: Educational Options for our Children: Finding the Best Fit\nTuesday\, Apr. 28th from 1-2:30 pm (CT) via Zoom\nChoosing the right educational path for an adopted or foster child can feel overwhelming. Public school\, private school\, homeschool-which option best supports their unique needs? In this interactive discussion\, we’ll explore the pros and cons of each approach\, share real-life experiences\, and dive into key topics like IEPs\, 504 plans\, and special education considerations. Come ready to learn\, share\, and gain insight into what might work best for your family \nPresented by Will and CarrieAnn Standfest \nWill and CarrieAnn Standfest are dedicated parents with over two decades of hands-on experience\, raising eight forever children through biological\, foster\, adoption\, and international orphan hosting. As emerging experts in connection-based parenting\, they have navigated the complexities of personal loss and behavioral health diagnoses within their family. They created the ‘Connected Parenting Minute’ to help parents create the less stressed\, more connected home they want. \nThis webinar will take place on Zoom. You will receive the link to join after registering below. \n\n \n \n Educational Options for our Children: Finding the Best Fit\n \n \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Number of people attending:(Required)Email(Required)\n \n County(Required)State(Required)AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces PacificI am a:(Required)\n \n \n Parent/Caregiver\n \n \n \n Professional\n \n \n \n Other\n What agency are you working with?(Required)For parents/caregivers: Where are you in the adoption/foster care process?\n \n \n Waiting\n \n \n \n Temporary Placement\n \n \n \n Adoptive Placement\n \n \n \n Finalized\n Please provide any questions you have about this topic:CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://chlss.org/event/webinar-educational-options-for-our-children-finding-the-best-fit/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Website-Event-Pic-20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T163120 CREATED:20260108T125825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T125854Z UID:10001673-1777570200-1777581000@chlss.org SUMMARY:TBRI® Online Training DESCRIPTION:TBRI® is an attachment-based\, informed intervention that is designed to meet the complex needs of children. TBRI® uses Empowering Principles to address physical needs\, Connecting Principles for attachment needs\, and Correcting Principles to disarm fear-based behaviors. While the intervention is based on years of attachment\, sensory processing\, and neuroscience research\, the heartbeat of TBRI® is connection. \nModule 7: TBRI® Connecting Principles: Proactive Strategies\nIn this class\, we will discuss: \n\nIntro to Correcting Principles\nThe Mindset Shift\nThe 3 C’s/Goals of Correction\nProactive Strategies\n\nSign up for Training Today! URL:https://chlss.org/event/tbri-online-training-7/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Educational Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chlss.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Website-Subpage-Hero-Image.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR