Cook Center for Human Connection

Introduction

Raising kids can be challenging. Whether you’re a dad of five or a grandmother of one, you know your child best – but it still takes a village to raise a child. Your school district is part of that village. This fall, we are launching a series of free online learning sessions to support you.

Cook Center for Human Connection

In response to our families’ requests for resources on parenting topics, we're excited to announce a new partnership with the Cook Center for Human Connection.  We understand the importance of supporting our families while being respectful of parental rights and control. That’s why the district has invested in providing live webinars and recorded sessions. You can choose what’s important to you and align the advice to your own values and parenting style.


The Cook sessions cover a variety of topics to help you navigate the journey of parenting with confidence and ease. From managing stress to enhancing communication with your children, these resources are designed to empower and support you every step of the way. It is easy to access. Simply visit the website, select Colorado and you will be able to find Durango. Here you can navigate towards the monthly calendar and view live webinars or access the full library of recorded content.

Local Resources

Nurse-Family Partnerships

Support for first-time parents from the start.


La Plata Family Center Parent Education

Parents as teachers, Parenting classes and workshops, Circle of Fathers, Circle with parents


Community Connections, Inc.

Family Support Program


Safe Care Colorado

In home resources and support for families with children 0-5


Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

Parenting workshops: seedlings, circle of security, mom squad


Early Childhood Council: School Readiness Workshops


La Plata Youth Services

Offers a variety of programs and resources to support our youth.

More Online Parenting Resources

Peaceful Parenting

12-week self-paced online program to feel more peace, joy, and confidence in your parenting. This website offers a variety of additional resources covering all parenting topics 


Child Mind Institute

Child Mind Institute offers parent resources and tutorials on a wide range of parenting topics from supporting kids in school, to learning disabilities, and mental health support. 


Developing Child

Resource Library and key scientific concepts on child development.


Parent Guidance.org 

Free courses that cover a variety of parenting and mental health topics. Courses offer hope, answers, and compassionate help.