La Cañada Presbyterian Church’s (LCPC) Parent Education Program kicked off its 43^rd year this past week with classes beginning Sept. 14 – 16. The program continues its legacy of quality education with reputable staff for parents (and grandparents) of children 0-18 years old by offering 16 weekly classes from September to May along with its evening Parent Express program that offers month long classes for parents who cannot attend during the day.

In preparation for the new year, a welcome tea for all staff, board and ministry support team members was held on Sept. 2. This year’s Parent Education team includes well respected staff members Anne Bierling (director), Amanda Baughman, Nanette Brown, Paula Giboney, Jina Khachik, Daniela Kim, Sarah Montes, Vicki Rekedal, Katy Riddell, Jan Roberts, Sandy Lee Schaupp, Jana Van Dyck and Sloan Walsh. They are supported by board volunteers Debbie Barsom (board chair), Teresa Chui, Stephanie Ferguson, Amber Gerhardt-Serrano, Nancy Guyer, Cristina Kelly, Carrie Kingston, Grace Lee, Charlotte Miller, Monica Skeehan, and the Ministry Support Team (MST) of Chair Lynne Graves, Debbie Barsom, Melanie Frey, Katrina Harbers, Kathy Kovalcik and Monica Skeehan.

Parent Ed offers 16 daytime classes and a growing slate of evening classes for parents (and grandparents) of children 0-18 years old that provide education, friendship and sustenance. Classes fill up quickly, so register ASAP! Visit www.lacanadapc.org/parented for class listings, staff bios and online registration. Scholarships and payment plans are available online. Affordable childcare is offered during all class times.

La Cañada Presbyterian Church is located at 626 Foothill in La Cañada and follows COVID-safe protocols.

Submitted by Nancy GUYER