Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Seminar

• This initiative is a part of United Way's "5 DAYS OF CARING" 
   
• WHEN: Friday, November 7, 2025| 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
   
• LOCATION: PHSC Spring Hill Campus - BUILDING B - 450 Beverly Ct, Spring Hill, FL 34606
   
• SEMINAR: Grandparents caring for their grandchildren are invited to attend this FREE specialized seminar, geared towards services, resources, & conversations catered to YOU! Our planning partners recognize the crucial role grandparents play in the lives of their grandchildren. 

  Join us for this hands-on, interactive opportunity with 4 educational sessions on Mental & Behavioral Health (support services & school-based), Technology (panel discussion), Transitions (Kindergarten readiness/5th-6th & 8th-9th/Career Readiness), Legal (guardianship - know your rights). This GRG Seminar will also include Roundtable Connections, a keynote speaker, giveaways, vendors, activities, and more!

• RSVP: Click HERE to reserve your spot! Reminder emails will be sent as the event date approaches.
   
• CONTACT US: Please fee free to contact our UW team or be placed on our direct follow-up list for updates by CLICKING HERE
   
• A special thank you to our Proud Partners in Education: Regions Bank, Hernando Schools, Parent Academy, & PHSC

2024 Seminar Resources

In partnership with @phscedu and @hernandoschools Parent Academy, Friday, November 8th's seminar provided free, specialized support, services, and resources. Through a series of interactive, hands-on workshops, attendees were able to engage with experts and gain valuable insights in the following areas:

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Understanding Expectations & Reaching Full Potential

· Sandra Marrero, M.S.M., Manager of Behavioral Health at @baycare , shared important information on mental and behavioral health services for children and adults, along with available resources for families. CLICK FOR PRESENTATION

· Jill Kolasa, Director of Student Services at Hernando County Schools, discussed 504 plans, school discipline, and other student services. 

· Anna Jensen, Director of Exceptional Student Education at Hernando County Schools, provided essential guidance on IEPs and resources for exceptional students. CLICK FOR PRESENTATION

TECHNOLOGY: Safely Getting Connected & Staying Connected

· Jesse Diaz and the Academic Services team from Hernando County Schools offered an overview of the district’s communication platforms and practical ways grandparents can use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support their grandchildren’s learning. CLICK FOR PRESENTATION

· Leah Stanton, Sexual Assault Program Coordinator at the @dawncenterhc, discussed navigating technology safely and the importance of caregiver communication in preventing online teen dating violence. CLICK FOR PRESENTATION

LEGAL SERVICES: Guidance on Options & Opportunities

· Lizzie Johnson, Esq., Senior Managing Attorney of Older Adult Programs at Community Legal Services, empowered families with information on strengthening grandparents’ rights in kinship care. CLICK FOR PRESENTATION

· Brian Brijbag, Esq., Managing Attorney at @brijbaglaw, provided guidance on legal guardianship & resources for special needs families. CLICK FOR PRESENTATION

An inspiring Keynote presentation by HCSB Superintendent Ray Pinder was also given, as well as a dynamic wellness Chair Yoga exercise with Nelson Snow, the Wellness Coordinator from The Y.
 

We are grateful to all who attended & supported this important initiative, including our Supporters in Education: @starbuckscountyline @glorydaysgrill @culvers @bagels352 Hernando Schools Parent Academy of Hernando and partnered vendors! 

· Pasco-Hernando State College
· Kids Central
· Dawn Center
· Community Legal Services
· NAMI Hernando
· 211 Hernando
· Hernando County Sheriff's Office - Community Policing 
· The Y
· Hernando Schools - ESE
· Hernando Schools - Academic Services
· Family Chiropractic Center for Wellness
· Early Learning Coalition Pasco Hernando
· Hernando Community Coalition
· Baycare
· You Thrive
· Brijbag Law