Round Rock ISD’s free Parent and Family Seminars provide parents/guardians access to experts with valuable information focused on the academic and wellness needs of students.

Parent and Family Seminar Series is made available by the Round Rock ISD Community Education department. Seminar topics have been identified by frequently requested information from our student’s parents/guardians.

The F.Y.I community health and well-being seminar series was derived through input from a student survey and developed by the District’s counseling services department.

Monday, March 9, 6-7 p.m. – Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE)

FREE. No registration required.

Location: Old Hopewell Meeting Room, immediately adjacent to the Round Rock ISD Lillie Delgado Administration Building located at 1311 Round Rock Ave., in Round Rock.

SPEAKER: Jeffrey Yarbrough, Round Rock ISD Executive Director of Safety and Security, is a 24-year police veteran and former Chief of Police.

Yarbrough is a certified Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) instructor and teaches active shooter strategies built on the Avoid, Deny, Defend principles of personal safety. Yarbrough provides strategies, guidance, and a proven plan for surviving an active shooter event.

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Tuesday, March 10, 6-7 p.m. – College Admissions Panel

FREE. Registration is required to accommodate space and materials. Register for College Admissions Panel.

Location: Deerpark Middle School, 8849 Anderson Mill Rd., in Austin.

Admissions officers from Texas public and private colleges and universities respond to questions about the role of advanced academic coursework in the admissions process; strength of schedule, recommendation letters, and student essays.

For parents/guardians with their student(s), grades 11 – 12.

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Tuesday, March 10, 6-7 p.m. – How to Talk to Our Kids about School Safety

FREE. Registration is required to accommodate space and materials. Register for How to Talk to Our Kids about School Safety.

Location: Deerpark Middle School, 8849 Anderson Mill Rd., in Austin.

With media constantly talking about school safety and the need for students to be secure, parents often struggle with knowing how to talk with their children about the issues. Learn strategies and information on how to talk with students in a way that helps ease anxiety.

For parents/guardians with their student(s), grades 8-12.

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Tuesday, March 31, 6-7 p.m. – From High School to Career: Internships, Apprenticeships

FREE. Registration is required to accommodate space and materials. Register for From High School to Career.

Location: Success High School, 500 Gattis School Rd., in Round Rock.

While four-year institutions present an excellent option for many students, some students may want to consider other educational and career possibilities. Join us as we discuss various opportunities and paths to help students make informed decisions regarding their future.

For parents/guardians with their student(s), grades 11-12.

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Thursday, April 16, 6-7 p.m. – RROCK Ready

FREE. Registration is required to accommodate space and materials. Register for RROCK READY.

Location: Round Rock High School #700 Building, 300 Lake Creek Dr., Round Rock.

RROCK Ready is a Round Rock ISD and community partnership fostering early literacy development prior to students entering school. As Bill Gates once said, “The first five years have so much to do with how the next 80 years turn out.” Research proves the first five years are critical to a child’s development. Join us as we discuss strategies and tips to assist you in preparing your child for success in school.

Parents/Guardians of students ages 5 and under who have not entered school yet.

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Tuesday, April 21, 6-7 p.m. – Summer Enrichment Opportunities

FREE. Registration is required to accommodate space and materials. Register for Summer Enrichment Opportunities.

Location: Deerpark Middle School, 8849 Anderson Mill Rd., Austin.

As summer approaches, what opportunities are available for students, and how can one access them? Hear about opportunities out of town, in town, and around town that will engage your students and help them learn all summer long.

Parents/Guardians and their K – 8th-grade student(s).

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Saturday, April 25, 8:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – On the Horizon: Preparing today for tomorrow’s future

FREE. Registration is required to accommodate space and materials. Register for On the Horizon: Preparing today for tomorrow’s future.

Location: Pearson Ranch Middle School, 8901 Pearson Ranch Rd., Austin

Middle and high school students face big decisions as they prepare for life as adults. At this event, District experts focus on helping students and their families make informed and strategic college and career planning decisions.

Parents/Guardians and their 8th-grade student(s).

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Tuesday, April 28, 6 – 7 p.m. – Middle School to high school transition: Realistic Expectations and Transition

FREE. Registration is required to accommodate space and materials. Register for Middle School to high school transition: Realistic Expectations and Transition.

Location: Hernandez Middle School Cafeteria, 1901 Sunrise Rd., Round Rock.

The transition to high school can be an exciting time along with opportunities, new challenges, and questions. Join us as we discuss the importance of this transition time for our 8th-grade students and get tips on navigating the academic challenges and opportunities that come with high school.

Parents/Guardians and their 8th-grade student(s).

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Tuesday, April 28, 6 – 7 p.m. – Summer Enrichment Opportunities

FREE. Registration is required to accommodate space and materials. Register for Summer Enrichment Opportunities.

Location: Hernandez Middle School Library, 1901 Sunrise Rd., Round Rock

As summer approaches, what opportunities are available for students, and how can one access them? Hear about opportunities out of town, in town, and around town that will engage your students and help them learn all summer long.

Parents/Guardians and their K – 8th-grade student(s).

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