The Parent Education Network (PEN), as part of the Graland Parent Association, coordinates opportunities for parent education on a wide range of topics, including academics, social-emotional growth, and health and wellness in child development.
In addition to PEN events, the school and other campus groups sometimes host or sponsor guest speakers on related topics.
Keep scrolling to learn more and register for PEN’s engaging lineup of events—as well as other exciting opportunities happening throughout the year!
"Raising Kids in a Digital World" With Julia Storm
For nearly a decade, digital wellness expert Julia Storm has helped thousands of families and schools navigate AI, social media, and screen time. A trusted voice featured in "Time" magazine, she draws on her experience producing award-winning children's content for Netflix and PBS to help parents replace tech anxiety with meaningful connection.
Julia's goal is to empower parents and educators to become allies for kids, reducing the stress of screen time while raising children who are confident, thoughtful, and safe in the digital world. Attendees will learn practical strategies for today's biggest digital parenting challenges, including first phones, social media, gaming, and setting healthy boundaries without constant conflict. Through her signature ALLIES Philosophy, parents of children of all ages will discover how to become their child's digital mentor.
Learn more at https://www.reconnect-families.com/.
ISACS Parent Series: Expert-Led Webinars for Parental Support
Graland has signed up for the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) Virtual Parent Series and is excited to offer participation to our community. This informative series features six one-hour Zoom evening webinars led by experts in education, parenting, and child development. Connect with other independent school parents and gain valuable insights to support your children's growth. Learn more here and register below.
* You must register for the event by 2:00 p.m. on the day of the event. *
September 29, 2026 | Sarah Ward
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5:30-6:30 p.m.
December 1, 2026 | Shawn Achor
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5:30-6:30 p.m.
January 13, 2027 | Catherine Price
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5:30-6:30 p.m.
February 9, 2027 | Evan Harris
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5:30-6:30 p.m.
April 8, 2027 | Dr. Aliza Pressman
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5:30-6:30 p.m.
May 4, 2027 | John O'Leary
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5:30-6:30 p.m.
* You must register for the event by 2:00 p.m. on the day of the event. *
September 29, 2026 | Sarah Ward
Register Here
5:30-6:30 p.m.
School Readiness: Executive Function Needed to “Do School”
December 1, 2026 | Shawn Achor
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5:30-6:30 p.m.
The Power of Beliefs: How Strengthening Seven Core Beliefs Predicts Greater Success & A Better Life
January 13, 2027 | Catherine Price
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5:30-6:30 p.m.
The Family Guide to Screen/Life Balance: What to Do About Tech & Kids
February 9, 2027 | Evan Harris
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5:30-6:30 p.m.
Protecting Your Child in the Age of Deepfakes
April 8, 2027 | Dr. Aliza Pressman
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5:30-6:30 p.m.
How Temperament Shapes Who We Become: Why Some Children Need More than Others to Flourish
May 4, 2027 | John O'Leary
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5:30-6:30 p.m.
The Power of One
Graland Country Day School
Graland Country Day School is a private school in Denver, Colorado, serving students in preschool, kindergarten, elementary, and middle school. Founded in Denver in 1927, Graland incorporates a rich, experiential learning approach in a traditional classroom setting, emphasizing the development of globally and socially conscious leaders who excel academically.
