As part of ongoing support for families, Lansing Elementary, Lansing Intermediate, and Lansing Middle School is offering a series of classes for parents and guardians through a partnership with the Behavior Intervention Support Team (BIST). These training sessions are designed to provide ways you can support your child’s developing academic and behavior skills, as well as increase consistency between home and school.
BIST Virtual Parenting Series
5:45 PM - 6:00 PM Enter Zoom Waiting Room
6:00 PM – 6:45 PM Informational Session
6:45 PM – 7:00 PM Questions and Answers
September 19th: “The Impact of Common Ground Parenting: Presenting a United Front”
September 26th: “The Art of Not Saying ‘No’”
October 3rd: “Moving from Resistance to Resilience”
These classes are designed to:
· Create consistency between school and home
· Provide language for adults to use when redirecting children
· Share ways to problem solve to increase your child’s success
· Increase generosity and kindness in your children
· Bring a sense of calm to your home
Please join us for any or all three sessions!
How to Register for Free Training
These virtual classes are provided free of charge, however, we do ask that you please register through our website on or before Friday, September 13th, 2024.
Instructions for registration are on the page below.
We are excited to offer this opportunity to you!
Sincerely,
Marty Huitt, Director
Behavior Intervention Support Team/Cornerstones of Care
8150 Wornall Rd
Kansas City, MO 64114
@MartyHuitt
To register for this class:
1. Go to http://BIST.org
2. Click Log In on the home screen.
3. If you already created a username by previously enrolling in a BIST class, just log in on this screen.
4. If you have never registered for a BIST class, enter your information (Name, Email, and a Password). This will register you on the website, but not for the class.
5. At the top of the page, use the dropdown menu called “Classes.” Click “Training Calendar.”
6. Select the class you wish to attend (Parenting with BIST). Click “Register” under your preferred class.
7. Fill out the required questions and click “Register.”
8. On the checkout screen, complete the billing details even though this is a free class.
9. Click “Place Order.” The Order Details page is your confirmation of registration.
13 You will receive an email containing the Zoom link for the training sessions on Wednesday, September 18th. Please contact our office at bist@cornerstonesofcare.org for assistance.
Our K-8 educators in Lansing School District have underwent comprehensive training led by BIST Director Marty Huitt. Ms. Huitt has been a BIST educational consultant since 1997 and the team's director since 2003. Before joining the BIST team, Ms. Huitt taught students with behavior disorders and even had the opportunity to utilize BIST in her classroom and facilitate the implementation of the model throughout the junior high building. She brought a wealth of knowledge to our Lansing USD469 staff, who appreciated her sense of humor and ability to inspire.
The BIST program functions as a support team to guide students in improving their behavior. Unlike a mere set of rules, it emphasizes collaboration between teachers, parents, and students. This collective approach seeks to provide students with practical life skills that will serve them well beyond the school years.
In addition, the BIST program empowers educators and parents to effectively assist students with emotional awareness and constructive coping mechanisms in various life situations. BIST also acknowledges the significance of emotional well-being and helps students recognize and manage their emotions, enabling healthier emotional expression and control.
A vital aspect of BIST involves teaching students strategies to navigate challenges. These skills foster resilience and problem-solving abilities, which are essential for academic and personal growth.
With the implementation of the Behavior Intervention Support Team (BIST) program, Lansing School District is proactively addressing students' emotional growth. By fostering collaboration among educators, parents, and students, BIST aims to create a foundation for students to lead successful, safe, and well-adjusted lives.
As BIST becomes integral to students' academic journey, Lansing School District envisions a future where students possess emotional intelligence, resilience, and the ability to make thoughtful decisions. The program's emphasis on teamwork and skill-building is a testament to the district's commitment to strengthening the "whole child," as stated in our strategic plan goals.