Parenting programs for kids who don't come with directions

Middletown— The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange County has announced its winter/spring educational series for parents and caregivers. Because kids don’t come with directions, and their needs change as they grow, Cornell offers a variety of enjoyable, affordable programs for all types of families. Call 845-344-1234 for a free brochure or for additional information about any of the listed programs. Preregistration is required. One fee for the whole family. • Living with Your Teen - Enjoying and Surviving the Challenge (for parents/caregivers of children 10 to 14 years) held at Cornwall Central Middle School; Feb. 1, 8 and 15, from 7 to 9 p.m.; $30/series. • Young Children: Priority One (for parents/caregivers of children 2 to 12 years) held at Sanfordville Elementary School, Warwick; March 1, 8, 15 and 22, from 7 to 9 p.m.; $30/series. • Strengthening Families Program (priority to City of Newburgh Families) This program series is designed for parents and their children ages 8 to 14 years. Calvary Presbyterian Church, Newburgh; March 14, 21, 28; April 11, 18, 25; and May 2, from 6 to 8:45 p.m.; no charge (funding generously provided by City of Newburgh/21st Century Program). • Discipline is Not a Dirty Word (for parents/caregivers of children 2 to 12 years) held at Scotchtown Avenue Elementary School, Goshen; March 28, April 11 and 18, from 7 to 9 p.m.; $30/series, $20 Goshen residents. • Stepping Stones for School Success (for parents/caregivers of children 2 to 6 years, from Minisink, Pine Bush and Port Jervis school districts) Dates to be announced; call 845-344-1234 for complete listing; no fee (funding generously provided by the Partners for Children Youth and Families).