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Building Strong Family Communication
2026-08-11 18:00:00
2026-08-11 19:00:00
America/Chicago
Building Strong Family Communication
Strong communication is key to healthy family relationships. This workshop shares strategies to help parents connect with their children and navigate challenges. Presented by educator Ricardo Castro.
Santori Library - Meeting Room 125/126 Combined
Tuesday, August 11
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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2026-08-11 18:00:00
2026-08-11 19:00:00
America/Chicago
Building Strong Family Communication
Strong communication is key to healthy family relationships. This workshop shares strategies to help parents connect with their children and navigate challenges. Presented by educator Ricardo Castro.
Santori Library - Meeting Room 125/126 Combined
Santori Library
Meeting Room 125/126 CombinedStrong communication is key to healthy family relationships. This workshop shares strategies to help parents connect with their children and navigate challenges. Presented by educator Ricardo Castro.
Presenter's Biography:
Ricardo "Ricky" Castro is the 2017 Illinois Teacher of the Year, a nationally recognized educator, and the son of immigrant parents. Growing up in Chicago, Ricky faced challenges that could have led him down a very different path. Instead, the guidance of caring adults and strong family support helped him discover his potential and transform his future.
As a teacher and mentor, Ricky has dedicated his career to helping young people develop confidence, resilience, and leadership skills. In this parenting session, he shares practical strategies for strengthening communication with children, building trust, setting high expectations, and fostering positive relationships at home. Through personal stories and real-life experiences, Ricky will inspire parents to recognize the powerful influence they have in shaping their children's future and helping them become successful, responsible leaders in today's world.
AGE GROUP: | Adults - ages 19+ |
EVENT TYPE: | Local Resources and Community Conversation | General Interest |
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