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The Turbulent Tween Years

by Victoria Petrosino in Events, Schools and Youth - Posted on June 23, 2008 at 10:38 pm

July 8, 2008
6:30 pmto8:00 pm

The Turbulent Tween Years

Communicating with your 8-13 year-old daughter

a facilitated discussion to help parents understand the unique challenges associated with growing up in today’s environment. Sponsered by Big Sister Association of Greater Boston.

Tuesday, July 8, 2008

6:30-8:00pm

Lesley University

1815 Massachusetts Ave

University Hall (aka Porter Exchange)

Room 3-097

Facilitated by Diane Zipoli, LICSW

Big Sister Association of Greater Boston

A social worker for over 12 years, Diane has been working with families, mentors and other service providers to support girls in reaching their full potential through her work at Big Sister for 6 years. In her role as Chief Program Officer she oversees Big Sister’s Community-Based, School-Based and Group Mentoring programs, all of which focus on the unique needs and strengths of girls.


RSVP to Judy Neufeld at 617.236.8057 or

email jneufeld(at)bigsister.org. Walk-ins welcome!

Do you want to foster healthy communication between you and your daughter? Are you worried about the influence of the media on her self-esteem?

If so, please join fellow parents of tween girls for an informal, facilitated discussion on July 8, 2008 to talk about parenting and communication with today’s girls. You will leave with a deeper understanding of the unique issues that your daughter is facing, and tips and strategies on how to best support her during adolescence.

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