Enhanced Focus: Recreation & Life Skills Through Play – Build confidence, patience, and healthy competition skills while strengthening father-child bonds through engaging recreational activities that promote teamwork and communication.
Enhanced Focus: Casual Connection & Peer Support – Foster authentic relationships and peer mentorship in a relaxed setting where fathers and children can enjoy quality time while building lasting friendships and support networks within the MALE community.
Enhanced Focus: Leadership Development & Program Ownership – Establish and train a dynamic Parent Committee/Policy Council that gives fathers meaningful voice and decision-making power in program direction, policies, and community impact initiatives.
Enhanced Focus: Father-Child Wellness & Bonding Experience – Create meaningful connections through structured activities that promote emotional wellness, communication skills, and healthy relationship building between fathers and children in a supportive peer environment.
Enhanced Focus: Early Childhood Education Advocacy – Equip fathers with knowledge and tools to actively engage in Head Start programming and early childhood development initiatives. Strengthen father-child relationships through understanding developmental milestones and effective parenting strategies.
Enhanced Focus: School Partnership Launch & Family Welcome – Bridge home and school connections by introducing MALE cohort members to the educational community. Foster meaningful relationships between fathers and educators while enjoying “Coffee & Muffins 4 Mom/Donuts 4 Dads” in a welcoming atmosphere that encourages ongoing school involvement.
Enhanced Focus: Achievement Celebration & Community Building – Honor the dedication and growth of MALE participants with a memorable end-of-year dinner celebration. Recognize individual achievements, share success stories, and strengthen the brotherhood bond that supports ongoing father engagement.
Enhanced Focus: Professional Development Workshop – Empower fathers with essential workforce readiness skills through interactive resume building, interview preparation, and career pathway guidance. Participants will leave with professionally formatted resumes and actionable strategies for career advancement.
Smart Start of Forsyth County is a proud provider of First Aid, CPR, and AED Training. Be sure to register early; spaces are limited. To receive the certificate, participants must attend the entire training session.
